The central aim of this paper is to provide an upto-date snapshot of hybrid and hydrogen technology-related developments and activities in the North American heavy haul railway setting,placed in the context of the tra...The central aim of this paper is to provide an upto-date snapshot of hybrid and hydrogen technology-related developments and activities in the North American heavy haul railway setting,placed in the context of the transportation industry more broadly.An overview of relevant alternative propulsion technologies is provided,including a discussion of applicability to the transportation sector in general and heavy haul freight rail specifically.This is followed by a discussion of current developments and research in alternative and blended fuels,discussed again in both general and specific settings.Key factors and technical considerations for heavy haul applications are reviewed,followed by a discussion of non-technical and human factors that motivate a move toward clean energy in North American Heavy Haul systems.Finally,current project activities are described to provide a clear understanding of both the status and trajectory of hybrid and hydrogen technologies in the established context.展开更多
文摘The central aim of this paper is to provide an upto-date snapshot of hybrid and hydrogen technology-related developments and activities in the North American heavy haul railway setting,placed in the context of the transportation industry more broadly.An overview of relevant alternative propulsion technologies is provided,including a discussion of applicability to the transportation sector in general and heavy haul freight rail specifically.This is followed by a discussion of current developments and research in alternative and blended fuels,discussed again in both general and specific settings.Key factors and technical considerations for heavy haul applications are reviewed,followed by a discussion of non-technical and human factors that motivate a move toward clean energy in North American Heavy Haul systems.Finally,current project activities are described to provide a clear understanding of both the status and trajectory of hybrid and hydrogen technologies in the established context.
