Development, Assembly and Testing of a Power Supply System for a Hyperloop Prototype

Abstract

This thesis presents the development of an advanced battery system within Swissloop’s continuous efforts to advance Hyperloop technology. For the 2023 prototype, several innovations were introduced, including a new Double Sided Reluctance Motor and levitation system. These additions necessitated the creation of a new power supply system capable of meeting their energy requirements. To fulfill these demands, custom-made Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries were manufactured, and an improved Battery Management System was designed, assembled, and subjected to thorough testing. The system boasts a high level of autonomy and can be easily detached from the prototype when necessary. It incorporates newly developed software based on FreeRTOS and actively monitors 292 individual sensors to ensure the safety of the battery system.