New Challenges in Railway Energy Management Systems
A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "E: Electric Vehicles".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (30 April 2024) | Viewed by 171
Special Issue Editors
Interests: railway traction; power and energy
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Interests: transport energy system modelling and optimization; smart grid and transport energy integration; vehicle operation and optimization
Interests: railway system engineering; autonomous train systems; traction systems; hydrogen systems; railway control and signalling systems
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In the contemporary global context, railways play a pivotal role in providing sustainable transportation solutions as we collectively strive to achieve a net-zero-emissions future by 2050. Railways represent the most efficient land-based transportation system for swiftly moving people within and between urban areas as well as connecting remote regions. Moreover, numerous railways worldwide serve a dual purpose, facilitating the transportation of both passengers and freight. These mixed railways face the intricate challenge of managing energy resources to harmonize the demands of both freight and passenger traffic.
However, it is important to note that railways across the world exhibit varying degrees of balance between passenger and freight services. This diversity underscores the challenges they encounter when embracing new technologies for decarbonization. Electrification rates also exhibit significant disparities, ranging from complete electrification to minimal electrification, posing substantial obstacles in the quest for sustainable railway systems.
This Special Issue aims to comprehensively explore all facets of railway energy and power systems, and we invite authors to submit papers that delve into the complex aspects of railway energy and power management. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Infrastructure power supplies, encompassing both AC and DC railways.
- Innovations in onboard traction systems.
- Advancements in power electronics tailored for railways.
- Cutting-edge drives and machines designed for railway applications.
- Exploration of novel energy sources like batteries and hydrogen fuel cells.
- Consideration of alternative primary energy sources, such as ammonia and other low-carbon and sustainable fuels, primarily intended for combustion engines.
By delving into these aspects, we aim to facilitate the transition towards cleaner and more efficient railway systems, contributing to our shared goal of decarbonization. We eagerly anticipate contributions that will shape the future of rail transportation and energy management.
Prof. Dr. Stuart Hillmansen
Dr. Zhongbei Tian
Dr. Ning Zhao
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- railway traction systems
- energy management
- power electronics
- AC and DC traction
- batteries
- hydrogen
- fuel cells
- 25 kV railway systems
