Module 08: Transportation — Maglev, Elevators & Coriolis Compensation

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Module 08: Transportation Systems

Spec: modules/08-transportation/SPEC.md
Status: Open — needs contributor to develop calculations and design

What this module covers

Multi-modal system: maglev trains along 32km axis (50-100 m/s with Coriolis compensation), radial elevators spanning variable gravity zones, spiral ramps, rotating transitions to zero-g hub, emergency evacuation routes, and local pedestrian/bicycle/automated ground transit. Total transportation peak power: 9.0×10¹⁰ W.

Open questions to answer

• Optimal maglev speed — comfort vs. transit time trade-off
• Coriolis compensation algorithm validation at high speeds
• Elevator cable dynamics under variable gravity loading
• Emergency evacuation of 1M people — what's realistic?
• Gravity transition methods — rotating floors, gradual tunnels?
• Traffic congestion modeling during peak demand
• Integration with emergency medical response

What's already built

• Coriolis acceleration model: a = 2ωv (implemented in Rust engine + dashboard)
• Drop trajectory simulation showing deflection in rotating frame
• Live dashboard — try the Coriolis simulator

Required expertise

Mechanical Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Maglev Technology, Coriolis Physics

How to contribute

1. Read the SPEC.md
2. Pick one or more open questions
3. Do the math — cite sources, show work
4. Submit a PR updating the SPEC with your calculations