TECH SPECIAL.... Future Modes of Travel

Future Modes of Travel

Check out some of the coolest forms of transportation that we may find moving around in the near future:

SOLAR EXPRESS

A proposed transport system from to Mars is this hypothetical space train, if humans begin to form colonies on the red planet. It will first begin to accelerate by making use of rocket boosters, then use the planets’ gravity to continuously slingshot itself back and forth between the two. This way, the train would be able to reach 1% of the speed of light (about 1,864 miles per second)

PERSONAL SUBMARINES

Aston Martin has designed and created a submarine — a highend, luxury submersible — codenamed Project Neptune, worth $4 million. Built around a platform specifically designed for super yachts, Neptune will only be 5.9 ft in height and with a total weight of about 8,800 pounds. It will be able to go to a depth of 1,650 ft, at speeds of up to about 3.5 miles per hour

THE FLOAT

The Maglev system makes use of two magnets — one that lifts the train off the tracks and another that pushes it forward. The train is, thus, able to accelerate without actually making contact with the rails themselves. This way, it can reach speeds of up to 375 mph

SELF-BALANCING WHEEL CHAIRS

The scewo wheelchair uses two large wheels to drive on flat terrain, while two sturdy rubber tracks allow it to climb and descend stairs with ease. Because of its wide base, the wheelchair is also able to go up and down spiral staircases. Its design is compact enough so as to manoeuvre easily indoors and fit through standard doors. It can also rotate on the spot, drive on slippery terrain such as snow or loose gravel, and can raise itself so as to bring the user at eye-level, as well as to reach overhead objects

WINDOWLESS PLANES

This idea proposes that private jets will have no windows whatsoever. Instead, they will make use of high-resolution, low-voltage screens located on the sides and ceiling of the plane. Cameras mounted on the outside will capture the surrounding views and will display them in real-time in the inside of the plane.

These screens will be powered by solar panels mounted on the roof of the plane

GLIDING TAXIS

Known as Sea Bubbles, these transportation vehicles are perfect for overly-congested cities. Each individual Sea Bubble can hold up to five people, and can be accessed via special docks along a river. They have a 50-62 mile range at speeds of up to 20 mph. They can glide over the water surface, thus reducing friction with the water, and improving both its speed and range in the process.

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