Shell
CFRP aerodynamic shell optimised through the use of a genetic algorithm
Batteries
High power battery system composed of LiPo battery cells which power the motors
Low power battery system powers the control systems of the pod
Electronics box
Houses pod’s custom control boards
Chassis
Composite sandwich structure chassis reinforced by CFRP ribs
LIMs
Linear induction motors providing a thrust force of 1kN
Magnetic brakes
Power redundant magnetic braking system providing a deceleration of 3g
Friction brakes
Mechanical braking system providing a deceleration of 1g and bringing the pod to a stop
Suspension
Friction suspension system dampening any lateral and vertical vibrations occurring during the run
Shell
CFRP aerodynamic shell optimised through the use of a genetic algorithm
Batteries
High power battery system composed of LiPo battery cells which power the motors
Low power battery system powers the control systems of the pod
Electronics box
Houses pod’s custom control boards
Chassis
Composite sandwich structure chassis reinforced by CFRP ribs
LIMs
Linear induction motors providing a thrust force of 1kN
Magnetic brakes
Power redundant magnetic braking system providing a deceleration of 3g
Friction brakes
Mechanical braking system providing a deceleration of 1g and bringing the pod to a stop
Suspension
Friction suspension system dampening any lateral and vertical vibrations occurring during the run
HYPED’s fourth pod, Greyfriars Poddy, showcases a major shift from past years’ ASM propulsion system to linear induction motors, as well as significant upgrades in the braking, suspension, and power modules. We continue to develop our long term goal of designing a fully scalable Hyperloop prototype.
Our most recent technical advancements
HYPED announced significant development in technology related to the Hyperloop concept, a proposed network of near-vacuum steel tubes to transport humans and cargo in magnetically levitating pods. Such innovations bring the distant Hyperloop dream, as well as the often-quoted 50 minute Edinburgh to London journey time a step closer. The team, comprising of engineering and science students from the University of Edinburgh, work hard each year to design and manufacture cutting-edge technology and this year announced three novel and innovative designs, each of which has been the centrepiece of a thesis.
The new designs for linear induction motors, CFRP and aluminium honeycomb chassis, as well as the power redundant magnetic brakes are all bringing HYPED a step closer towards developing a full-scale Hyperloop system.
6th place at SpaceX Hyperloop Pod
Competition III, 2018
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First British Hyperloop Pod. Finals of the SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition II, 2017
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