1、 Effect of Hyperloop Technologies on the Electric Grid and Transportation Energy January 2021 United States Department of Energy Washington,DC 20585 Department of Energy|January 2021 Disclaimer This report was prepared as an account of work sponsored by an agency of the United States government.Neit

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5、k Department of Energy|January 2021 Effect of Hyperloop Technologies on Electric Grid and Transportation Energy|Page ii Executive Summary Hyperloop technology,initially proposed in 2013 as an innovative means for intermediate-range or intercity travel,is now being developed by several companies.Prop

6、onents point to potential benefits for both passenger travel and freight transport,including time-savings,convenience,quality of service and,in some cases,increased energy efficiency.Because the system is powered by electricity,its interface with the grid may require strategies that include energy s