3. HYPERLOOP: The Overhyped Fifth Mode of Transportation Jake Moser ITMG 100 06

4. History Elon Musk - creator Need for 5 th mode of transportation Requirements for mass transit alternative Pneumatic tube LA  SF, comparison to High-speed rail

5. Travel Time Comparisons (LA  SF) Mode of TransportationApprox. Travel Time (Minutes) Airplane83 Car328 High-Speed Rail160 Hyperloop35

6. Issues with Hyperloop Costs are underestimated Technology not ready Lack of political support *See Elon Musk’s argument for Hyperloop here.here

7. Costs Underestimated Only cost of materials No account for unforeseen engineering/technological problems Not calculated from downtown to downtown More expensive/person

8. Lack of Political Support Musk not willing to lead No politicians Knowledge not wide-spread Lack of public support

9. Technology not ready No prototypes Engineering/physics Not tested Not verifiable

10. Conclusion Hyperloop may be future Not near-future Not ready at current state Needs: Advancements in technology Political support

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