Hyperloop has achieved a key milestone with the successful levitation and propulsion of a test vehicle, demonstrating significant progress in high-speed mass transit technology.
Marinus van der Meijs stated, 'So today, with the first successful test, we were able to levitate the vehicle, also turn on the guidance system and the propulsion system,' marking a crucial advancement for Hyperloop.
The European Hyperloop Center features a vacuum tube designed to minimize air resistance, allowing the capsules to potentially reach speeds of 700 kph (435 mph) in the future.
Backers of Hyperloop believe this system is far more efficient than conventional transport methods, like short-haul flights and freight trucks, despite the need for substantial infrastructure investment.
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