PROPULSION SYSTEMS STUDIES OF DUAL-MODE VEHICLES
Performance and fuel economy of the dual-mode vehicle was investigated by using three alternative propulsion methods: turbine electric, diesel electric, and diesel mechanical. The turbine and diesel electric vehicles are driven by a three-phase induction motor through a conventional rear axle. The diesel-mechanical propulsion engine provides the power for both on- and off-guideway operations. A computer model was used to predict vehicle performance. All three propulsion systems offer a satisfactory solution for both on-guideway and off-guideway propulsion requirements of the dual-mode vehicle. The diesel-mechanical propulsion, representing the low technology approach, provides a satisfactory solution for the propulsion requirements of the dual-mode system. Reliability and low pollution characteristics make the diesel engine the most accepted powerplant for transit coach operations. The hydromechanical transmission represents a significant advancement in transmission technology for heavy- duty vehicles. The lower system cost and familiarity with diesel engines could eliminate possible points of resistance to unconventional propulsion systems on the part of transit companies when the dual-mode transportation system is considered as one of the possible alternatives for improving their services.
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- This paper appears in Dual Mode Transportation, which is a publication containing the proceedings of a conference conducted by the Transportation Research Board, May 29-31, 1974. Distribution, posting, or copying of this PDF is strictly prohibited without written permission of the Transportation Research Board of the National Academy of Sciences. Unless otherwise indicated, all materials in this PDF are copyrighted by the National Academy of Sciences. Copyright © National Academy of Sciences. All rights reserved
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Authors:
- Bornemisza, Tibor
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Conference:
- Conference on Dual-Mode Transportation
- Location: Washington District of Columbia, United States
- Date: 1974-5-29 to 1974-5-31
- Publication Date: 1976
Media Info
- Media Type: Print
- Pagination: p 136
- Monograph Title: Dual-mode transportation
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Serial:
- Transportation Research Board Special Report
- Issue Number: 170
- Publisher: Transportation Research Board
- ISSN: 0360-859X
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Dual mode transportation systems; Electric power; Fuel consumption; Propulsion; Public passenger vehicles; Turbines; Vehicle performance; Vehicle power plants
- Uncontrolled Terms: Propulsion systems; Transit vehicles
- Old TRIS Terms: Diesel electric power
- Subject Areas: Energy; Highways; Planning and Forecasting; Public Transportation; Vehicles and Equipment;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00149276
- Record Type: Publication
- Files: TRIS, TRB, ATRI
- Created Date: Mar 30 1977 12:00AM