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Energetic optimisation of timetable |
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Despite strong constraints put on timetable design, many timetables offer some degrees of freedom which can be used for improving energy efficiency of train operation.
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Technology field: Energy efficient driving
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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: not applicable |
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Energy efficiency potential throughout fleet: 1 - 2% |
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It is estimated that system-wide energy consumption may be reduced by at least 2% without any appreciable reductions in service quality. |
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Other environmental impacts: neutral |
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Application outside railway sector (this technology is railway specific)
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date created: 2002-10-09 |
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© UIC - International Union of Railways 2003 |
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