Regenerative braking is one of the main reasons behind the high levels of energy efficiency
achieved in railway electric traction systems. During regenerative braking, the traction motor …

This article presents a review of cutting-edge technologies poised to shape the future of
railway transportation systems, focusing on enhancing their intelligence, safety, and …

Abstract Lithium-titanate-oxide (LTO) based lithium-ion batteries show promise for longer
lifespan, higher power capability, and lower life cycle cost for energy storage and electric …

Hybridization of diesel multiple unit railway vehicles is an effective approach to reduce fuel
consumption and related emissions in regional non-electrified networks. This paper is part of …

Non-electrified regional railway lines with typically employed diesel-electric multiple units
require alternative propulsion systems to meet increasingly strict emissions regulations. With …

Over the past few decades, maritime ports have faced ever-increasing critiques regarding
their significant production of air emissions resulting from their energy activities. To promote …

2. Background Transport systems have been described as the blood system of society [1].
Together with energy, transport is a key driver of our economy and way of life. There is …

This paper presents a method for estimating Well-to-Wheel (WTW) energy use and
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions attributed to the advanced railway propulsion systems …

In the context of direct-current electrified railway systems, power supply quality issues are a
major concern for the railway network operators. Indeed, after signaling systems and track …

In this study, the life cycle costs of railway projects involving hybrid diesel-electric vehicles
are analysed. Specifically, the analysis focuses on the comparison of 3 lithium-ion battery …