Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate ?

• Only Student Teams are eligible to participate in the competition. Please note that each team has to submit the Intent to Compete form before the deadline.

Can a single team consist of students from multiple schools/colleges/universities ?

• A team may consist of students from multiple schools/colleges/universities. Please note that each school/college/university has to submit the Intent to Compete form before the deadline. The Team Name and the name of the Team Lead on all forms has to be the same.

Is the Indian Hyperloop Pod Competition limited only to Indian Teams ?

• Teams from all around the world are eligible to participate in the competition. Please note that each team has to submit the Intent to Compete form before the deadline.

Is the Hyperloop Test Track an Open-Air Track ?

• The Hyperloop Test Track for IHPC 2020 is a 500m long Open-Air Track.

How many teams will qualify for the final stage ?

• There is no limit on the number of teams as all pod designs that meet the minimum requirements for qualification will qualify for the final stage of the competition.

How many teams will be allowed to run their pods on the Hyperloop Test Track ?

• All pods that meet the safety requirements will be allowed to run on the Hyperloop Test Track.

Are there any budget restrictions in building the Pod ?

• There is no limit on the budget used for the construction of the Pod. Similarly, there is no restriction on the number of team members in a particular team.

What will be the judging criteria for the Design Report ?

• The Design Report will be judged based on the feasibility of manufacturing the Pod, and not only on the basis of innovation. Other details can be found in the Rules and Regulations document.

What will be the judging criteria for the finals ?

• The details of the judging criteria will be informed to the teams that will qualify for the finals. It is recommended for all teams to consider all major judging factors outlined in the Rules and Regulations while designing their pods.

Will Team Avishkar Hyperloop be participating ?

• Team Avishkar Hyperloop will not be competing and will assist in creating a platform for all other teams to enable them to gain a crucial and intensive experience in the development of Hyperloop Technology.

I still have further doubts. How do I resolve them ?

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