Our History & Values
With 3 distinct branches and a tunnelling team, we produce results in hyperloop pod and infrastructure design, business analytics, and research and development of cutting-edge technology. We bolster a culture of innovation and passion that extends to the 2019 SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition, in which our team placed as one of the top 19 teams in the world. Nationally, we tied for the most awards won at the 2023 Canadian Hyperloop Conference (now Hyperloop Global) and were recognized for having the best leadership amongst the competing North American teams.
Outside of technical work, we run the only dedicated professional development program within the Queen’s design team community. We focus on alumni mentorships, partnerships with industry sponsors, and personalized training. Our members benefit from workshops on Artificial Intelligence, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering and Mathematical Simulation, Resumes and Interviews, and more. Our partners include faculty members, industry-leading companies, and other hyperloop teams worldwide.
We are proud to have members from multiple faculties within Queen’s University, which includes all engineering disciplines and most specializations.
Interested in becoming part of the team? We welcome applicants from all programs!
our programs
Queen’s Hyperloop is proud to offer organized programs that enable our team to interact with the industry without barriers. We are committed to ensuring the success of our members by supporting them through every step of their careers. Our programs cover various topics that benefit every aspect of personal growth for engineers, scientists, business analysts, and more.
Professional Development
An integrated system that connects students, alumni, and partners.
Research & Analytics
Full-scale engineering and business research projects for UG & PG students.
Events & Conferences
Participate in influential events inside and outside of school.
Are you interested in sponsoring our team or participating in our programs? We are always open to forming new partnerships and expanding our operations to pursue new initiatives.
Let’s innovate together!
What is Hyperloop?
The Hyperloop is a mode of transportation located inside an extremely low-pressure tube. It would transport people in a pod between cities at speeds of over 700 km/hr. If fully realized, the over 5-hour travel time from Montreal to Toronto can be reduced to under 39 minutes for a price equivalent to a regular train ticket, while boasting zero direct carbon emissions.
Hyperloop Global
Previously known as the Canadian Hyperloop Conference, Hyperloop Global is a competition hosted annually in Canada. The University of Waterloo has welcomed teams across North America to showcase and race their pods for the past two years.
In the future, QHDT aims to bring the competition to Queen’s by building the second competition-level test track in Canada.
European Hyperloop Week
European Hyperloop Week is the largest Hyperloop competition in the world. EHW attracts renowned international teams annually to compete in hyperloop design, research, and execution. Here, student design meets industry expertise.
Not-a-Boring Competition
Not-a-Boring Competition is hosted by The Boring Company annually in the United States. Unlike the other competitions listed, this focuses on tunnel boring machines (TBMs) and mining.
In 2025, QHDT plans to bring a functional TBM to the competition and compete for awards.