Technical
Member
mu-zero HYPERLOOP
Season 23/24
Modular Guidance Unit (MGU)
The Modular Guidance Unit (MGU) is responsible for electromagnetically stabilizing and guiding the Hyperloop pod along the track by controlling lateral displacement and rotational motion.
My Role
I was responsible for designing the mechanical structures that house, support, and protect the guidance magnet assembly.
Engineering & Calculations
Using system constraints and loading conditions provided by the team, I calculated the forces acting on the guidance magnet and its supporting structure to define the mechanical requirements of the design.
Simulation & Generative Design
After developing an initial concept, I performed structural simulations and generative design studies to optimize the geometry for high stiffness and low weight while maintaining manufacturability and structural integrity.
Manufacturing
Following multiple design iterations, I finalized a manufacturable design that balanced performance, protection, and ease of assembly.
Testing & Validation
After manufacturing and assembly, the system was tested independently to validate structural performance and functionality before integration into the Hyperloop prototype.
Führungsprüfstand
To support development and collaboration with the software and electronics teams, I designed a dedicated guidance test bench that replicated the operating principles and mechanical behavior of the full-scale guidance system used on the Hyperloop prototype.
Technical
Member
mu-zero HYPERLOOP
Season 23/24
Modular Guidance Unit (MGU)
The Modular Guidance Unit (MGU) is responsible for electromagnetically stabilizing and guiding the Hyperloop pod along the track by controlling lateral displacement and rotational motion.
My Role
I was responsible for designing the mechanical structures that house, support, and protect the guidance magnet assembly.
Engineering & Calculations
Using system constraints and loading conditions provided by the team, I calculated the forces acting on the guidance magnet and its supporting structure to define the mechanical requirements of the design.
Simulation & Generative Design
After developing an initial concept, I performed structural simulations and generative design studies to optimize the geometry for high stiffness and low weight while maintaining manufacturability and structural integrity.
Manufacturing
Following multiple design iterations, I finalized a manufacturable design that balanced performance, protection, and ease of assembly.
Testing & Validation
After manufacturing and assembly, the system was tested independently to validate structural performance and functionality before integration into the Hyperloop prototype.
Führungsprüfstand
To support development and collaboration with the software and electronics teams, I designed a dedicated guidance test bench that replicated the operating principles and mechanical behavior of the full-scale guidance system used on the Hyperloop prototype.
