Super-fast hyperloop transport concept

Hyperloop One has partnered with the city of Dubai to design an autonomous super-fast transportation concept that would see passengers travel down tunnels at airline speeds

Transport capsule

Hyperloop: Steel tube kept at one thousandth normal atmospheric pressure – virtually no wind resistance

Track: Pods powered by magnetic levitation, eliminating friction

Passenger Pods: Operate autonomously, transporting passengers around portal (station) and on to transport capsule

Video wall

Air compressor: Propels capsule

Pod cluster: Four pods per capsule, in three variations – Coach Pod, Meeting Pod and Lounge Pod

Speed: Up to 1,200 km/h

Guide rail

Hyperloop Portals

10km 6 miles Capital City Cultural Centre Etihad Towers Abu Dhabi Airport Khalifa Port Jebel Ali Port Dubai Marina Burj Khalifa Dubai Airport Al Maktoum Airport

Hyperloop from Dubai to Abu Dhabi: 12 mins (2 hours by car)

Sources: Hyperloop One, Bjarke Ingels Group, wire agencies