Search for dissertations about: "highway and transportation engineering"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 14 swedish dissertations containing the words highway and transportation engineering.
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1. Electrification of Road Transportation - Implications for the Electricity System
Abstract : It is incumbent upon the transport sector to reduce its CO2 emissions by replacing fossil fuels with low-carbon alternatives. Suggested strategies include electrification of the road transport sector through the use of electric vehicles (EVs) with static charging, electric road systems (ERS), and the use of electricity to produce fuels. READ MORE
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2. Safe Intersection and Merging Coordination of Connected and Automated Vehicles
Abstract : Connected and automated vehicles (CAVs) are a transformative technology that promises to bring innovative solutions to transportation systems. One of their significant advantages is the elimination of human factors, which makes them capable of resolving the congestion problem prevalent in areas such as ramp merging points and road intersections. READ MORE
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3. Fuel-Efficient Heavy-Duty Vehicle Platooning
Abstract : The freight transport industry faces big challenges as the demand for transport and fuel prices are steadily increasing, whereas the environmental impact needs to be significantly reduced. Heavy-duty vehicle (HDV) platooning is a promising technology for a sustainable transportation system. READ MORE
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4. Strategic Decision-Making in Platoon Coordination
Abstract : The need for sustainable transportation solutions is urgent as the demand for mobility of goods and people is expected to multiply in the upcoming decades. One promising solution is truck platooning, which shows great potential in reducing the fuel consumption and operational costs of trucks. READ MORE
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5. Optimal Speed and Powertrain Control of a Heavy-Duty Vehicle in Urban Driving
Abstract : A major challenge in the transportation industry is how to reduce the emissions of greenhouse gases. One way of achieving this in vehicles is to drive more fuel-efficiently. READ MORE