Delft Hyperloop
Delft Hyperloop is a student team of 40 based in the Dream Hall, developing a sustainable, high-speed transport system of the future.
Delft Hyperloop is a multi-disciplinary team which consists of 40 highly motivated and driven students. Delft Hyperloop is structured as a multi-departmental team with a management overseeing all of the departments and each year the entire team is renewed. Our mission is to develop innovative Hyperloop systems that accelerate the full-scale implementation of this revolutionary transportation mode.
The Hyperloop is a high-speed transportation system utilizing near-vacuum tubes and magnetic levitation to achieve minimal resistance. This allows pods to travel at speeds exceeding 1000 km/h while being energy efficient, environmentally friendly, and more comfortable than traditional short-haul flights. With zero contact between the pod and the track, there is no rolling resistance, and the vacuum environment drastically reduces air drag, making the system remarkably efficient.
Since our foundation, Delft Hyperloop has continuously pushed the boundaries of this technology. In 2013, inspired by Elon Musk's competition, we were founded to compete in global events. After SpaceX discontinued the competition, Delft Hyperloop helped create the European Hyperloop Week, where student teams showcase cutting-edge advancements. Over the years, our predecessors have achieved key milestones like magnetic propulsion, zero-contact levitation, and lane-switching mechanisms.
As Delft Hyperloop, we continue to build on previous years of success to push the boundaries of Hyperloop technology. Our focus is on addressing some of the biggest challenges in the industry, such as infrastructure development and vacuum systems. Through creativity, teamwork, and dedication, we are working to make the Hyperloop concept a reality and pave the way for the future of sustainable, high-speed transportation.
Requirements to join
English speaking, highly motivated to dedicate yourself one year to Delft Hyperloop, passion for innovative technology, ambitious, creative, collaborative and willing to learn and go out of your comfort zone and knowledge zone
Delft Hyperloop
PR Manager: Lara Sijsma
- +31 6 37 17 99 03
- Lsijsma@delfthyperloop.nl
- www.delfthyperloop.nl
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Stevinweg 4
2628CN Delft
Type:
Dream Team
Target audience:
Bachelor/Master
Projects
Each year, we create a Project Objective Statement (POS), setting the primary goal for our team’s year.
HELIOS III (2024) - Delft Hyperloop VIII
Last year, Delft Hyperloop was the first team to create a scalable lane switch, design custom motor drives, and introduce a water cooling system. These innovations mark a significant step toward large-scale Hyperloop production. The team showed these innovations at the European Hyperloop Week (EHW) of 2024 in Zurich.
HELIOS II (2023) - Delft Hyperloop VII
DH07 developed a Linear Flux Switching Permanent Magnet Motor and achieved full levitation. Their pod won 4 awards, including the Innovation Award, at the European Hyperloop Week in Edinburgh.