Hyperloop MVDC Electrification System: Modeling, Configuration, and Performance Analysis

Hyperloop technology can serve short to medium distance voyages with lower CO
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emissions. Eurotube Foundation is aiming at building a hyperloop demonstration pilot in a target speed regime of 700 to 900 km/h. HES-SO collaborates with them in designing and configuring its electrification system. This work builds a digital simulation model to test possible conceptual hyperloop realizations as well as determine the optimal configuration of hyperloop electrification system before the construction. Three configurations with respect to substation installation position, transmission voltage level, and capsule launch frequency are tested with the built model. Performance assessments and problem analysis are conducted based on the obtained results. Conclusions and perspectives are remarked.