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Will 200-mph Hyperloop Model Transportation System By Arrivo End Traffic Congestion?

Posted on March 4, 2022February 20, 2023 by emptranssup-useradm

Elon Musk has become an iconic figure for tech enthusiasts all over the world. His celebrated persona has become equal to that of Steve Jobs. Lately, he broke the internet when he put forward the idea of connected cities with a lightning speed hyperloop transportation system.

However, it seems that his ex-employee has beaten him fair and square by starting the construction of a remarkable high-speed Transportation System.

A new company called Arrivo founded by Brogan BamBrogan is behind the latest tech innovation. Brogan was a former SpaceX engineer founded by Elon Musk.

Described as ‘Super Regional Network’ Brogan revealed to Fortune.com that,

What we’re focused on is connecting regions to themselves,” It’s the main doctrine of Arrivo’s take on the Hyperloop: a “super regional network” that focus on cities and their surrounding suburbs rather than long-distance journeys championed by companies like Virgin Hyperloop One, still the only hyperloop startup to build an operational test track.

Arrivo along with the Colorado Department of Transportation and E-470 Public Highway Authority is planning to construct this revolutionary transport system along the eastern perimeter of Colorado City USA.

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Arrivo team comprises of five former employees of Virgin Hyperloop one and two from the SpaceX and AECOM program.

The working principle of Arrivo’s transportation system is quite simple yet innovative. The jaw-dropping speed of 200mph is attained by loading freight to a platform which levitates on a magnet. In short, it uses the Hyperloop technology.

Arrivo uses a vacuum sealed electromagnetic highway as their medium of transport.

Arrivo, the company based in Los Angeles has said that construction of the Hyperloop will start by 2019 and will be open to the public by 2021.

The first commercial use of the system will be from the Denver International Airport to the Aurora Commerce Center. Arrivo said that installation of the Hyperloop will reduce rush hour travel time from Denver Airport to downtown from 55 min to 9 min.

The proposed Arrivo transportation network is said to have 3 main types.

One with autonomous lanes
Second one intended for freight transport
The third will be a super metro.

Colorado has a population explosion since 1970. The rise was an alarming 145% and is expected to be at the brink of crisis by 2035. It is expected that Arrivo’s new hyperloop transportation system will be a relief to the people who are tormented by daily traffic.

The biggest hurdle in front of the company now is the budget itself. The hyperloop comes with a tag of $24 Billion which is insanely huge considering Colorado is a state. However, there are multiple investors in the project who are positive about the outcome.

Conclusion

The Hyperloop transportation system from Arrivo will end the traffic congestion of Denver once and for all in the future. No doubt in that. Another aspect is the job opportunities it can provide. According to news reports Arrivo has guaranteed that it can provide jobs to more than 200 people by the end of 2020.

10 Future Transportation Methods That Will Change The Way We Travel

Posted on March 2, 2022February 20, 2023 by emptranssup-useradm

To a great extent Innovations in the future transportation methods has changed the way we travel in this century. But it’s all an outdated topic to discuss now. Let us see what future transportation methods holds for the transportation industry which in some way or the other, changes the way we experience travelling.

1. Smart Cars

Well, this is something that’s already taking its place in the market. Smart cars were a concept thought of after the implementation of smart watches. The first thing you will notice about these cars is its shape and size. They are small and compact in size.

Smart cars use artificial intelligence assistance offering you a hassle-free driving. It can give route suggestions, be autonomous in driving, talk to you when you are behind the wheel, and sometimes it can also measure your emotional responses.

As they say ‘A smart car for smart drivers.’

2. Urban transport pods

Imagine jumping into a moving pod and travelling to another part of the city? That is what an urban transport pod is all about. When the plan for this future transport was being made, it aimed at developing a system for urban transportation in a sustainable way.

No such pods are out and running yet, but soon we will have the opportunity to travel in one of them. They are certainly environmental friendly and easy methods in the transportation industry.

3. SkyTran

All of us have wasted a lot of time in traffic and wished if we could just fly above all and reach our destinations. That’s the idea that SkyTran brings to us. SkyTran is a self-driving monorail that allows you to fly 20-25ft. above the ground for a 10min trip.

The government should make these new technologies being tried out at different stations for a stretch of 1km in various countries, since the technology is almost about to make its place in many parts of the US. The first fully-fledged SkyTran is going to make its entry through Logos in Nigeria by 2020. We are really excited to fly though!!!! Aren’t you??

4. Maglev Trains

The Magnetic levitation train, or as commonly known, the Maglev trains, uses electromagnetic field repulsion technique to float over a predefined route.

In MagLev trains, the vehicles are lifted by magnetic fields which travel through a pre-decided path that has no physical contact with the trains. Instead, they are automatically moved through the magnetic field. This revolutionary transportation can be seen as very cheap, fast and easy.

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The same technology will be put to use in roads in such a way that a platform will be levitating on a predefined path that can carry your vehicle from one place to another quickly. Elon Musk, The face of Tesla has already put forward his concept of levitation transport and it is believed that within a couple of years he will make it happen.

5. Super Cavitation

The Super Cavitation transportation follows the submarine technology and can travel underwater at 750mph. When an object is submerged under water, it starts creating bubbles. This phenomenon is known as Super Cavitation. The same technology being applied to the transport industry will soon change the way people travel

Since the bubbles are filled with gas it reduces the contact friction up to 900 times than that of normal. Owing to this reduction only a small force is required for quick propulsion. Regarding the transportation applications, many reports state that it can get you travelled from New York to London in just an hours’ time in a submerged pod that can run through waterways.

6. Skylon

As the name suggests, Skylon is an aircraft transport technology and can reach you even to the earth’s orbit in just 4-5 hours. That fantastic day isn’t far now. The agency that’s researching on this has said it won’t just help you travel anywhere in the world in just 4-5 hours, but also give you a chance to travel the space.

The Skylon is powered by a new technology engine SABRE. It has the ability to move the aircraft 5 times faster than the sound in the atmosphere. It is considered as one of the cheapest ways to achieve your space dreams.

7. Nuclear Powered cars

Uranium is used to power cities, submarines and planes. How about a vehicle? As crazy as the idea sounds, nuclear powered vehicles might happen in the future but not to a public transportation level as danger surrounding the technology is too high.

China has already announced that their nuclear-powered rockets will be good to go by 2040.

8. Hyperloop

This high-speed train system, Hyperloop, has started a revolutionary way of the new train system. The concept plans to carry passengers at a speed of 700mph through a tube. With the previously proposed technologies, Hyperloop will allow floating of trains using magnetic fields like the Magnetic levitation train.

Though the project is just under the news, nothing has been confirmed about its launch. Many people seem to back the theory of hyper loops, but the feasibility of the project is yet to be tested.

9. Teleportation

Science is working on your worry of the long morning commute and public transit dilemma. The teleportation works on the phenomenon that scans your body, grasping all your favorite parts, and transmitting it onto another point in a fraction of the second.

Many people call the technology the ‘Star Trek’. If this technology really comes into existence, it won’t be difficult for you to travel from point A to point B by just crossing the space between them. Sound interesting, what say?

10. Space Elevator

The Space Elevator concept was first proposed in the year 1985. Many people call it a fiction due to its idea of a giant elevator carrying us from the earth to space. The technology will allow a carrier to transport passengers across planet via a cable.

Space Elevator’s idea of space transportation system being developed can make traveling to Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) a daily event and transform the global economy.

Conclusion

Technology without a doubt, will bring significant change to our future transportation methods. Future transportation methods are not long in distance, its almost near, so keep in touch with us to be updated on everything new.

13 Amazing Electric Vehicles That Will Change The Game

Posted on February 28, 2022February 20, 2023 by emptranssup-useradm

Cars powered by fossil fuels will soon be a thing of the past. Soon countries will run out of carbon credits and cleaner air strategy will take over its place. Reducing air pollution is the new motto of many car companies. Let us take a look at the amazing electric vehicles that will change the phase of transportation.

1. VW Budd-e

One of the most awaited electric cars by Volkswagen, this is not just a car but a creation. It is the electric microbus of the future and it boasts of a couch at its rear. This is 100% electric car is fitted with a 101-kWh battery, thereby enabling the vehicle to go impressive 373 miles on a single charge.

2. Thor Trucks

A startup that came out of nowhere is now supposed to be a rival to Tesla’s truck. Their prototype named as ET-one aim to modernize the trucking industry. With just 18 employees this venture is tiny compared to its competitors. Thor has been able to tow 80,000 pounds of cargo with ease so far.

3. NIO ES8

Chinese electric vehicle company NIO has brought out their new vehicle ES8 which is a sports utility vehicle that can run 500 kms on a single charge. NIO is all set to enter the next phase of electric car market with this SUV. Formerly known as Next EV, NIO is a Chinese company producing electric vehicles that are eco-friendly and economic.

4. Audi E-Tron Quattro

Expected to be out by 2018, the Audi E-Tron Quattro is a four-seat that looks like an SUV. It has 500 bhp under its hood. It goes from an amazing 0 to 100 in 4.6 seconds. It is said to have 3 engines one that drives the front axle and two in the rear axle. Audi claims it can reach a top speed of 210 kmph. Quattro is something to watch out for.

5. Vigo motorcycle

A British company Vigo is creating the first fully electric motorcycle. It has an amazing 400 mile range and can go from 0-60 mph in just 3.2 seconds. Although it is in the concept stage and is looking for crowdfunding, it looks promising enough to capture the market. With a 120 bhp direct drive motor, it has a storage facility and a digital lock. Moreover, it has a built GPS tracker too. Impressive, isn’t it?

6. Jaguar I-Pace

Jaguar’s concept car is a five-seater sports car and it’s totally electrifying. With the cutting edge of zero vehicle emissions technology, it is set to introduce Jaguar to the world of electric cars. On the first test drive itself, the vehicle was able to cover a jaw-dropping 321km.

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7. Zero SR

Zero motorcycles is a California based company that is introducing its new line up of electric bikes that have faster charging and greater mileage. The new model SR is equipped with heavier batteries that are charged 6 times faster. It can go up to 223 miles on models that have the ZF14.1 battery and ZF3.6 Power Tank accessory. It is designed for smoother and quieter rides.

8. Nissan Leaf

As the name suggests, it is an eco-friendly no-emission electric vehicle that is quite affordable. It runs 172 kms on a full battery charge. The largest market of Leaf is the United States with over 1 million cars sold. It is already on the roads. It has won the Green Car Vision Award in 2010. Reduced dependency on petrol is the idea of Nissan.

9. Electric Ship, Ahoy!

A Chinese shipyard company Ltd has launched the world’s first all-electric ship. The ship which that has a length of 70.5-metres can haul 2000-tonnes of cargo at 80 kmph after charging for two hours. As the ship has zero emissions it can put a stop to the oil leakages happen frequently. Even though it is powered by electricity it has managed to achieve a top speed of 12.8 km per hour.

10. Tesla Model 3

Tesla is one of the pioneers in electric vehicles. The name has become a brand by now which requires no further introduction. Model 3 is a luxury sedan that has a range of 350 km. With a five-passenger seating capacity it can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 5.1 seconds. Designed to achieve a 5-star safety rating Model 3 is claimed to have traction even on ice. Look out for the next model of Tesla to hit the roads.

11. Hyundai Ioniq

Hyundai Ioniq is a hatchback vehicle that has hybrid and all electric variants. It comes with 5 doors and an aerodynamic design that helps to lower air friction. The Ioniq is Hyundai’s entrance into the hybrid market. The Ioniq Hybrid’s electric motor delivers an estimated 139 bhp and is eco as much as it is powerful.

12. Tesla Semi

Tesla Semi is a heavy-duty all-electric truck. On the other hand it claims to be safe and comfy. It has an acceleration of 0-60 mph with 80k lbs in 20 seconds. It shows that it has got the power that it claims to have. It consumes only 2 kWh/mile which is the lowest energy cost per mile.

13. Catalyst E2 Max

Proterra, an electric bus manufacturer has created Catalyst E2 Max the bus that broke the previous record of driving the maximum distance in one recharge. It drove an outstanding 1,101.2 miles without stopping to recharge. Although it was on a test track with no passengers or traffic, it is still quite impressive. Because an electric bus can revolutionize the public transport. Imagine all the fuel that is going to be saved and all the pollution that is curbed.

Conclusion

This list of 13 Amazing Electric Vehicles that will change the game will help you understand the rapidly transforming EV industry and keep in you updated with the latest trends in the amazing electric vehicles industry

10 Electric Cars That Are Surprisingly Cheaper Than They Look

Posted on February 25, 2022February 20, 2023 by emptranssup-useradm

With petrol and diesel raising concerns of using up the fossil fuels and governments trying to lower the harmful emissions, electric cars have become the future of transportation. Even though vehicles with hybrid engines will be launched in the car market in the coming years, electric vehicles would be the dominant ones in the driving landscape.

Earlier, least level of practicality, poor performance, and limited range showed that even the top model electric cars were not equal to the conventional cars. However, the electric cars today can efficiently deliver up to 62 mph and cover a range of 300 miles to challenge the supercars.

Top 10 Low-Cost Electric Cars

We have compiled a list of best ten electric cars to help those who are planning to own an electric car but have a tight budget.

1. Chevrolet Volt

Electric vehicles in 2016 as well as this year. After its launch during the year 2008, the Volt has undergone several revisions and changes to make it the best one among the cost-effective electric vehicles in the automobile market. The plug-in hybrid car can cover up to 420 miles range and offers 53 electric miles.

When charged regularly, it can go beyond 1000 miles without any fill-ups, as a mighty direct injected 1.5L engine powers it. The car has a 240V charge system that helps it get charged in just 4.5 hours, and a 120V portable cord can charge it for 13 hours. The starting price of this high-efficiency EV is $33,220.

2. Volkswagen e-Golf

The electric cars by Volkswagen assure the buyers that they are safe while they travel by such electric motor powered vehicles. The e-Golf delivers top quality, proven and straightforward appeal similar to its conventional counterparts. With a single charge, this car can drive 80 miles and can be charged at a public charging station or with the help of a home kit.

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This highly responsive car is equipped with excellent regenerative braking to avoid road crashes during rainy days. It has an array of driver assistance features ranging from Park Distance Control, Forward Collision Warning to Park Assist to help the driver park it easily even in a small parking lot. The price range of this car starts at $30,495.

3. Nissan Leaf

Nissan has been successful in adapting electric revolution, which explains why Nissan Leaf has been gracing the streets of several countries across the globe. This four-seater comes with a decent boot space of 370 liters that makes it an apt choice for small families.

This electric car is quick and responsive to offer a drive ranging from 124 miles to 155 miles. The dashboard display of Leaf features tree icons to support economic driving and outlines the brand’s planet-saving responsibility. It can reach its full charge in 8 hours using a domestic three pin socket. You just have to spend about $30,680 to own this Nissan electric car.

4. Chevrolet Bolt

The Bolt by Chevrolet was launched this year and has received a warm welcome for its affordability and practicality. In fact, this electric car has reshaped the EV world, as can cover about 238 miles while delivering a high output of 266 peak torque and a fantastic output of 200 horsepower.

The floor mounting battery pack of Bolt supports low gravity center, provides optimum energy efficiency with open pedal driving and has a stable design to offer a comfortable ride. This people carrier also zips in a warm and spacious cabin and sports a big touchscreen of 10.2 inches plus DC charging options. The Bolt EV is a family car and is available in a price range of $36,620.

5. Hyundai Ioniq

The Ionic from Hyundai is the only electric vehicle that comes in 3 different electric powertrains. This electric powered car reaches 62 mph within 9.9 seconds, as it is backed by a powerful electric motor with 118 bhp.

The maker claims that Ioniq can drive for 174 miles in a single charge while 150 miles would be more than enough for everyday use. This affordable electric car has several safety features like blind spot detection, Auto emergency braking along with pedestrian identification and lane departure warning. This hatchback comes with a starting price of $29,500.

6. Mitsubishi I- MiEV

This electric car is offered by Mitsubishi at an affordable range to cater to the small budget families. This vehicle is designed to deliver 66 horsepower while covering 62 miles with an impressive torque of 145 lb. This electric vehicle is priced at $22,295.

7. Renault Zoe

This small sized hatchback is the cheapest electric car in the market and is based on the design of Renault Clio. With a huge 338-liter boot space, this car is easy to drive, as there is no need to change gears. This super silent electric car can cover up to the 250-mile range and regenerative braking system. Renault Zoe is available in a price range of £13,995 to £20,645.

8. Kia Soul EV

The Soul, the South Korean brand is equipped with a powerful battery that helps it cover a range of 93 miles with an electrifying torque of 210 lb-ft. Its battery can attain 80% charge in just 35 minutes. Kia Soul comes with a starting price of $33,950.

9. Ford C-Max Energi

The responsive handling of Ford C-Max Energi makes it a fun-filled experience to drive it. The spacious design of this electric car enables it to house Li-ion batteries of 7.6 kWh effortlessly. This reasonably priced EV is powered by Hybrid Electric Powertrain of 2.0L, regenerative braking system eCVT or electronically controlled continuously variable transmission. The starting price of this Ford vehicle is $27,120.

10. Smart ForTwo

Those who wish to own a small-sized affordable electric vehicle that can drive well in city traffic conditions, and then Smart ForTwo is a wise choice. This two-seater car can cover a range of up to 100 miles and can reach full charge in just 3 hours. It can drive up to 62 mph at 11.5 seconds and can reach 40 mph in a jiffy. The cost of this compact vehicle is $25,270.

Conclusion

Car makers also offer EV or electric vehicles with seven seats for big families with space needs. No wonder, the electric car market has been experiencing a rapid growth in the recent years.

240 mph, Virgin Hyperloop Sets Record – Why is it the Imminent Future?

Posted on February 25, 2022February 20, 2023 by emptranssup-useradm

Yes the Future is here! Virgin’s supersonic pod Hyperloop One has successfully delivered in the full scale test by reaching an amazing 240 mph. It has broken the earlier record set by Tesla at 220 mph. During the test phase conducted on December 15 on the grounds of Nevada, the pod that uses magnetic levitation through vacuum created a break-through in Virgin Hyperloop realization.

Theoretically Hyperloop can achieve a maximum speed of 700 mph. If the concept is realised it could take the pod 380 miles in about half an hour. The transition from normal atmospheric and vacuum conditions was experimented using new airlock systems. The pod uses minimum energy to attain high speeds because it travels in extremely low air pressure which reduces friction and air resistance.

The Maiden run

While conducting the test, the approximate air pressure inside the tube was that of 200,000 feet above sea level. Built in a nearly airless environment in which the 28 foot long pod is loaded into a 1600 foot long tube, it can take you faster than a bullet train. The unmanned test pod that ran through an evacuated cylinder reached a speed of nearly 387 km/h during the third test phase that was accomplished on December 15^th.

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The ultimate mission is to carry passengers and goods creating a system of tubes across distances that can take passengers at airline speeds. The fact is that the system neither has air friction due to the vacuum, nor ground friction as it uses magnetic levitation.

This makes it cheaper and faster to operate, compared to other modes of transportation that rely mostly on fossil fuels. Due to very low aerodynamic drag, the pod will lift above the track and glide at a speed an airline picks up during long distance travel. Now you can imagine where you can enter a pod to reach your destination in no time. But I’m pretty sure you can’t stand or walk like you do in other modes of transit. You don’t want to be a victim of inertia.

Investments imbued

In total the company has raised $295 million since it was found in 2014 which gave a head start to your dream of travelling between locations at hyper speeds. After a global strategic partnership was signed up with the Virgin Group the company is set to raise another investment worth $50 million.

The venture looks up to pursue opportunities in key markets like the Europe, Russia and Middle East with the help of investors like Caspian Venture Capital and DP World. It has already raised $50 million from foreign venture capital investors and the new chairman of the board of directors is Richard Branson.

Relevancy in future

Virgin Hyperloop pods would help connecting people to jobs that were previously inaccessible to workers who need to commute over longer distances. Hyperloop is soon to reach out to all places in the world and will make travelling much more easy and more over faster. In turn, this can help bridging the divisions in social and economic norms.

On the other hand it is good for business as it saves a lot of time for commuters. In case of a regular worker who believes that an extra dollar is better than an extra hour, this might not prove very productive.

Conclusion

The Virgin Hyperloop that runs through a tube that is nearly vacuum and bullet trains that use magnetic levitation to travel at high speeds when combined gives amazing results. But realizing the full fledged concept of Hyperloop has uncertainties as it faces issues due to politics and regulation.

Hoax or Not? Beer As an Alternate Fuel For Your Vehicle

Posted on February 24, 2022February 20, 2023 by emptranssup-useradm

As ridiculous as it sounds it is indeed true that scientists have successfully transformed beer into an alternative fuel for our vehicles. With minimum or no engine alteration, this could mean that the use of diesel, petrol, and gasoline can be replaced with a sustainable alternative.

Birth of the idea

The first step towards creating sustainable petrol using beer as a key ingredient was taken by the chemists at the University of Bristol. Scientists agree to the fact that brewing ethanol by industrial fermentation process can be essentially used as an alternative fuel to other kinds of fuel.

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Professor Duncan Wass, whose team led the research, said: “The alcohol in alcoholic drinks is actually ethanol which is exactly the same molecule that we want to convert into butanol as a alternate fuel .” With the rise of fossil fuels, it is essential to find new alternatives to the diminishing resources we have left. Ethanol is what constitutes an important ingredient in alcohol.”

Future Possibilities

Lower energy density and corrosive in nature makes ethanol not an ideal replacement for petrol. It is difficult to make butanol from sustainable sources. So, the idea is to convert ethanol which is an active ingredient in beer into butanol. This can be achieved by a petrochemical process similar to that used for refining gasoline.

As a biofuel additive for gasoline, ethanol is already put to use to make renewable fuel. It is commonly found in biomass such as corn, malt, sugar cane, molasses and other forest products.

This might take no more than 5 years for the fuel to be used on an industrial scale. At present the results are not enough to fuel transportation as only a few hundred grams of butanol can be derived from beer.

In the United States fuel is sold as a blend with up to 10 percent ethanol. The most suited alternative to petrol would be bioethanol. If a butanol can be made from sustainable sources then it can be a better alternative to petrol or gasoline.

Butanol can be considered a petrol replacement and can be used on an industrial scale if the technology works well with alcoholic drinks, especially beer.

Concluding Thoughts

Let us hope for a future where we can substitute fossil fuels that create a lot of pollution with biodegradable fuels which can fuel our means of transportation. Cheers to that!