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Hyperloop's passenger test. Is there anything innovative in this?

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Dave Brough

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Nov 10, 2020, 5:57:17 PM11/10/20
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Is there anything different from this than what they use to boost carnie rides up a slanted rail? 

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I remain surprised that no one (other than Thunderfoot) has really tried to take these guys down.

Dave Brough

Dave Brough

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Nov 10, 2020, 7:19:12 PM11/10/20
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Sorry for the clearly obtuse posting. I'll try to clean it up.

Dave Brough



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Brian Chow

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Apr 14, 2021, 4:24:12 PM4/14/21
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This looks like a linear induction motor (LIM) - it powers just about anything from theme park rides with a horizontal catapult, to railguns, to classroom experiments on basic electromagnetism.
It seems fairly generic to use LIMs for next-gen infrastructure. I agree that there is nothing unique to Hyperloop using it. The only exception is a gigantic, almost religious cult of personality that makes even seasoned engineers believe he's in on something new and cosmic.
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