Daily Archive: August 12, 2013

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Hyperloop for Dummies (and non-engineers): How it Works

Is Elon Musk’s hyperloop system really revolutionary? We made a guide that makes it much easier to understand, so you can decide for yourself. What is Hyperloop? Hyperloop is a high speed capsule that is shot through a low-pressure tube using industrial air pumps. It’s incredibly cost-effective, incredibly fast (740 miles per hour), and incredibly efficient (100% solar powered). Why was Hyperloop Designed? Elon...

What time is the Hyperloop going to be unveiled? The answer.

The hype (pun intended) for Elon Musk’s Hyperloop announcement is huge. People are billing it as the fifth major form of transportation, and CNN is claiming that it can get you from New York to LA in 45 minutes (flights take 5.5 hours). So when is it being unveiled. The hyperloop event begins at 5 PM eastern/ 2 PM Pacific on August 12th. Don’t...