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   Speed harmonisation  evaluated  
Speed harmonisation is a means to improve line capacity especially where demixing fails. The measure consists in adapting the speeds of all trains running on the same track. Increased traffic fluidity can have energy efficiency effects.
Technology field: Energy efficient driving
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References / Links:  Ilgmann 1998;  Fricke, E. et al. 2000;  Fricke, E.; N. Janiak, 1996
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 date created: 2002-10-09
 
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