Design Challenges for Hyperloop Transport Systems

Abstract

Hyperloop technology testing and development can be the center of attention in the future as the concept is appealing to some scientific, industry, and business communities alike. Research and development are currently taking place in some research labs around the globe with small-scale prototypes being tested. While the technology appears to have advantages over some other modes of transportation with respect to energy savings, travel time savings, and carbon footprints, it remains to be seen how it will address challenges such as passenger safety, system security, escalating construction and maintenance costs, public acceptance, government regulations, and financing of the system. The purpose of this paper is to discuss some of these challenges.