How?

• We used a train system that takes advantage of electromagnets for propulsion and levitation the train for a smooth and quiet ride experience. This system is called MagLev.

• The advantage of MagLev over traditional train tracks are its high speed and reliability, eliminates the issue of a lower gravitational constant (affects grip to the rails), lower maintenance needed, as well as its ability to overcome the high air density.

• To power this system, we are using a mixture of solar panels and wind turbines. The solar irradiance of this planet is around 2 times more powerful than Earth. It can easily provide electrical power to the train during the day cycle, but it can also overheat the train.

• We implemented a protective tube system through the desert and across the plains. The tube enters underground where the ground acts like a huge heatsink for the heat generated from the rails and train which gets transferred to the ground.

• We did an estimated cost breakdown with a total estimated cost of 3.4 billion CAD. This is a huge upfront cost but with little to no maintenance costs. The system is entirely renewable.
  
  

Results.

• Strengthened our 3D modelling, rendering, and assembly skills in SolidWorks.

• Improved our technical presentation skills.