They were pretty well done over in the threads for the original posting of the Tesla/SpaceX team's Hyperloop concept on here.
I tend to agree with the "it's not that big a deal" sentiment. Usually you're not allowed to go to the toilet for 30min before landing on a commercial jet either. And on a smaller regional jet it's unlikely there's any serious medical help available. Help is only 30min away, and that's assuming you got sick right at the very START of the trip. I think allergic reactions and choking are probably the biggest risks. One to think about, but probably not a reason to write off a game changing transport method!
I do think it's funny that the most common question when someone proposes a super efficient super fast transport solution is "How will people go to the toilet?".
I guess people who have real trouble can still take the bus or a plane. I'll go before departure, and cross my legs if need be :-)
Honestly though, if they would ever expand it to cross country, or like CHI-LA, which would probably be an hour long trip, they better have a break somewhere in Kansas, just because I can't stand to be in such a small enclosed space for very long, trains are great, airplanes, also fine, but something without windows and where I can't stand (if the renders are any indication) is gonna cause problems.
I think it could be quite a lovely nap for an hour, or chat with the person next to you, or what not. Just make sure you're not feeling sick beforehand / are in good health..
I tend to agree with the "it's not that big a deal" sentiment. Usually you're not allowed to go to the toilet for 30min before landing on a commercial jet either. And on a smaller regional jet it's unlikely there's any serious medical help available. Help is only 30min away, and that's assuming you got sick right at the very START of the trip. I think allergic reactions and choking are probably the biggest risks. One to think about, but probably not a reason to write off a game changing transport method!
I do think it's funny that the most common question when someone proposes a super efficient super fast transport solution is "How will people go to the toilet?".
I guess people who have real trouble can still take the bus or a plane. I'll go before departure, and cross my legs if need be :-)