Wednesday, May 11, 2016

The Transport Guy: The first major Hyperloop test was a success

Cadie Thompson and Steve Kovach May 11, 2016 at 11:13AM

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA — The first major test of the Hyperloop is a success.

On Wednesday, the startup Hyperloop One gave a demonstration of its Hyperloop propulsion system, which will be used in a full-scale version by the end of the year.

The propulsion system is a sled on an open-air track at a site in the desert north of Las Vegas. Tech Insider's Cadie Thompson was there to witness the test.

Here's the first video she shot:

The sled traveled down the track at about 300 mph, but the full-scale Hyperloop will be able to reach up to 700 mph.

We'll have more coverage on Hyperloop One's big demo, so check back soon.

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