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Mechatronic innovations for future running gear |
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In recent years there have been growing efforts from mechatronics to study active suspension technologies for railways based on sensors, controllers and actuators. Mechatronics could revolutionize suspension technologies and considerably reduce train weight.
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Technology field: Mass reduction
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General information
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General criteria
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Environmental criteria
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Impacts on energy efficiency:
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Energy efficiency potential for single vehicle: (no data) |
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Energy efficiency potential throughout fleet: (no data) |
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Other environmental impacts: positive |
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Economic criteria
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Application outside railway sector (this technology is railway specific)
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Overall rating
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date created: 2002-10-09 |
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© UIC - International Union of Railways 2003 |
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