Overview of Factors and Methods for Analysis of Hyperloop Project

The paper is part of the research project conducted in the scope of PhD thesis “Assessment methodology for Hyperloop technology implementation for multimodal freight transportation” conducted by Aleksejs Vesjolijs. Hyperloop project is ultra-high speed transportation mode, that is envisioned in 2012 by Elon Musk. Goal of the current paper to evaluate and compare different factors, methods and innovations that have the potential to significantly impact the Hyperloop project implementation during phase of initial planning from the social, technical, economic and environmental perspectives. The following factors are covered by the research: technical feasibility, quantum factor, safety regulatory approval, social acceptance, reliability scalability, environmental sustainability, infrastructure integration, usability. Research outcomes are presented in a form of overview. The overview could be useful as an aid to decision makers such as regional and national governments, commercial transport policymakers or investors for any Hyperloop transport projects. Comparative analysis matrix is designed providing systematic view of factors and methods in evaluation of Hyperloop project.