Hyperloop Development Competition

ABOUT THE COMPETITION

Hyperloop Development Competition is organized within the scope of TEKNOFEST Technology competitions.

The Hyperloop Development Competition, is a technology-oriented competition designed to facilitate the development of various magnetic levitation and propulsion systems. Through this initiative, it is aimed to advance fifth-generation innovative transportation technologies at the university level and to cultivate a qualified workforce in this field. Additionally, the competition seeks to enhance the feasibility and practical application of next-generation transportation technologies on a global scale.

Associate, undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate and doctoral students studying in Turkey and abroad can participate in the competition as a team.

The competition is conducted in two main categories:
1. Hyperloop Pod Performance Competition: Teams are evaluated based on the performance of their developed Hyperloop pods, and the competition stages are as follows:
  • Progress Report
  • Levitation and Propulsion Test Videos
  • Technical Design Report
  • Final Evaluation Stage
2. Innovation Category: This category expects participants to propose innovative solutions for the subcomponents of Hyperloop technology. Participants are encouraged to develop creative projects in the following areas:
  • Electromagnetic Levitation System Development
  • Propulsion System Development
  • Infrastructure Development
  • Communication System Development
  • Mechanical System Development
  • Socioeconomic Impact
Special awards are also given within the scope of the competition. The team that successfully demonstrates levitation using steel systems will receive the "Steel Levitation Award", while the team that meets the special criteria set by the technical board will be awarded the "Board Special Award".

Competition Calender 2025

Explanation Date
Application Deadline 15.03.2025
Submission of Progress Reports 21.03.2025 – 17.00 (GMT+3)
Announcement of Progress Report Results 18.04.2025
Uploading and Sending Consent and Letter of Undertaking 18.04.2025 - 30.04.2025
Deadline for Teams to Notify Withdrawal and Member Changes 30.04.2025
Date when 1st Preparation Support will be transferred to the teams 06.05.2025
Deadline for Levitation Test and Propulsion Test Video Submissions 01.08.2025- 17.00 (GMT+3)
Submission of Technical Design Reports 27.06.2025 - 17.00 (GMT+3)
Announcement of Levitation Test and Propulsion Test Videos Results 08.08.2025
Announcement of Technical Design Report Results 25.07.2025
Uploading Innovation Reports and Presentations 01.08.2025 - 17:00 (GMT+3)
Announcement of Innovation Finalist Teams 08.08.2025 (GMT+3)
Date when the 2nd Preparation Support will be transferred to the teams 08.08.2025 (GMT+3)
Competition Week August - September 2025
TEKNOFEST Vehicle Exhibition and Award Ceremony September 2025

Hyperloop Development Competition 2025 Prizes

Degree Award
First 250.000 ₺
Second 200.000 ₺
Third 150.000 ₺

    Hyperloop Development Competition 2022 Degree

    Degree Team Name
    1- TURKUAZ
    1- SÜ Kapsül Hyperloop
    2- HyperHawk

    Hyperloop Development Competition 2023 Degrees

    Degree Team Name
    First Selçuk Kapsül Hyperloop
    Second Alfa Eta-h
    Third Hyperhawk
    Third Hyperbee

    Hyperloop Development Competition 2024 Degrees

    Degree Team Name
    first Trabzon KTÜ Creatiny Hyperloop
    Second HyperBee
    Second STARLOOP

Excluding the informations provided in the specifications, you need to join the e-mail group through the link below for other questions regarding to the competition. The questions you ask and the answers you receive will be visible to the other members of the e-mail group.

TECHNICAL TOUR

COMPANIES RECOGNITION OPPORTUNITY
By organizing technical tours, it is provided to on-site inspection of working on leading technological firms of Turkey.

NETWORK
TEKNOFEST, which hosts hundreds of companies on technical trips, provides the opportunity to get to know experts in every field.

INFORMATION ABOUT BUSINESS AND VOCATIONAL LIFE
On technical trips, the opportunity to meet expert engineers about business and professional life is provided.

MOTIVATION AND INTERESTING
On technical trips, people who have worked in technology companies have the opportunity to listen to their experiences and increase motivation.

DENEYAP

OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLAIN PROJECTS IN DENEYAP BRANCHES
Young students who are trained to develop technology are given the opportunity to explain projects and inspire them.

SUPPORT PROGRAM

MATERIAL SUPPORT OPPORTUNITY
In order to support the projects of thousands of young people, material support is provided to the teams that pass the stages determined for the competitions.

TRANSPORTATION / ACCOMODATION SUPPORT
Finalist teams are provided with transportation/accommodation support for TEKNOFEST competitions.

AWARDS
Prizes await the teams that compete in TEKNOFEST and qualify for the ranking.

EDUCATION

TRAINING CAMP PROGRAM
Training programs will be organized for the finalist teams with the participation of the executive institution and advisory board members.

Q&A MEETÇINGS
Teams with the participation of the executive and advisory board members Meetings where projects, evaluation criteria and processes can direct questions to the advisory board will be planned.
 

CAREER

INTERNSHIP
Internship opportunities in Turkey's technology institutions will be provided.

GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT PROGRAMS FOR INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS
Turkey under the Technology Team, conducted by the Foundation for the National Team Program Support Technology Teams are provided with incentives through orientation and support programs for international competitions.