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hyperloop

Definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for hyperloop.

Editorial note

The biggest problem in my opinion is lack of capacity for the induced demand a working hyperloop would create.

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Quick take

(quantum mechanics) A quantum mechanical paradox resulting from the observer being a product of the observations that it makes.

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of hyperloop gathered in one view.

noun

(quantum mechanics) A quantum mechanical paradox resulting from the observer being a product of the observations that it makes.

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A theoretical high-speed transportation system, proposed by Elon Musk, in which pressurized capsules ride on an air cushion driven by linear induction motors and air compressors through reduced-pressure tubes.

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(computing) A control structure in which a loop repeats until either a stopping condition is met or all possible values of the looping index have been checked.

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for hyperloop.

noun

(quantum mechanics) A quantum mechanical paradox resulting from the observer being a product of the observations that it makes.

noun

A theoretical high-speed transportation system, proposed by Elon Musk, in which pressurized capsules ride on an air cushion driven by linear induction motors and air compressors through reduced-pressure tubes.

noun

(computing) A control structure in which a loop repeats until either a stopping condition is met or all possible values of the looping index have been checked.

Example sentences

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The biggest problem in my opinion is lack of capacity for the induced demand a working hyperloop would create.

2

I've not read anyone claiming that the Hyperloop is technologically infeasible.

3

That's a decent size tank when considering the form factor of a hyperloop pod but still doable.

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That's not to say Elon didn't help the hyperloop - he helped greatly by exciting the public's and investors imagination.

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The issue with hyperloop is that there are no options if there is an emergency which makes the idea impractical.

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The larger Hyperloop design (3.3m diameter) is probably more useful than the little (1.43m diameter) one.

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Neither SolarCity nor Tesla nor SpaceX nor the hyperloop are based on any technological breakthrough.

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The conclusion of that article actually doesn't seem to be that the Hyperloop is technically infeasible - only that the original spec does have issues, and it glossed over those issues.

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We have a much better shot at creating entirely new infrastructure grids, like the hyperloop.

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Musk has said several times that if he wasn't working on space and EVs, he'd be working on hyperloop or electric planes.

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They can't use cars, but the ADA won't allow the hyperloop to exclude them.

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The defining features of the hyperloop are air bearings and a partially evacuated tube.

Quote examples

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For example, the hyperloop: "Two weeks before his Hyperloop announcement, Musk quietly met with the founder of ET3, an even-faster, already patented[since 1999] tube transport system."[1].

2

If a hyperloop were designed to transport cargo/mail then I think that would "solve" most of the perceived problems (except maybe construction cost).

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This is alluded to in your own linked documents and noted by the the statement: "It is also likely that in the event of a severe earthquake, Hyperloop capsules would be remotely commanded to actuate their mechanical emergency braking systems." I guess to answer your question: I'd probably believe me.

Frequently asked questions

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How do you use hyperloop in a sentence?

The biggest problem in my opinion is lack of capacity for the induced demand a working hyperloop would create.

What does hyperloop mean?

(quantum mechanics) A quantum mechanical paradox resulting from the observer being a product of the observations that it makes.

What part of speech is hyperloop?

hyperloop is commonly used as noun.