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State-of-the-art information and communication technologies allow for an automated driverless operation of insular mass transit systems. In long-term such options exist for railway operation in general. Energy efficiency effects can be achieved through general optimisation of driving style and traffic flows. |
Technology field: Energy efficient driving |
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References / Links: Hohnecker 1999; Nau, Carnot 1999 |
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date created: 2002-10-09 |
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