LASER Los Angeles Suspended Electromagnetic Railway
The LASER introduces a new typology of transit system that fits the challenges of a decentralized and car-centric city like Los Angeles.
This system seeks to integrate car, pedestrian, and bicycle into one harmonious, adaptable, and expandable system.
Connecting major hubs with traditional mass transit can still leave you miles from your destination and car-less. The Los Angeles’ Freeway system is at least 1/3 too small to accommodate the travel demand of the current population, which is expected to increase by 50% by 2030.
Our freeways cleave the city into pieces with rivers of congestion, pollution, and noise.
Can a system be incorporated into our existing infrastructure to transport people in an entirely a new and more efficient way? To help bridge the divides and restore the freedom of choice to your travels?
The system can be phased, adapted and expanded.
Connecting major points first and filling in secondary stops as needed.
1 freeway lane carries 2.5 times more people than a subway line.
1 freeway lane carries 5 times more than a typical light rail line.
1 LASER LANE carries as much as 8 freeway lanes.
Above is one type of on / off ramp: A car or bikers and pedestrians enter the pod and selects the desired destination(s) The pod gets scanned for weight, size, and hazardous materials. A prompt asks the driver to turn off their engine. An automated system accellerates the pod into the system, merging seamlessly into the flow of either Local or Express pods. Computers control the speed (60-100 mph) and maintain safe distance between pods. Results: Reduction of freeway traffic Reduction in number of accidents Reduction in pollution Time savings Money Savings Fuel conservation