Search for dissertations about: "cooling road reduction"
Found 4 swedish dissertations containing the words cooling road reduction.
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1. Precision cooling for C02 reduction
Abstract : Global climate is adversely affected by increasing emissions of carbon dioxide and other green-house gases. The road transport sector contributes significantly to these emissions. READ MORE
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2. Modelling and experimental testing of truck tyre rolling resistance
Abstract : Truck transport offers a versatile way to ship goods in regional, long haulage and urban applications. However, the heavy truck sector accounts for 6 % of total greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union. Therefore, there is a need for a substantial reduction of these emissions to secure the sustainability of Earth for future generations. READ MORE
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3. Leaching results in the assessement of slag and rock materials as construction material
Abstract : Extraction of rock material and ore for construction and metal production involves large quantities of wastes and by-products. Iron- and steelmaking slag has durability qualities and latent cementitious properties which are positive in construction. READ MORE
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4. Towards Low-Voltage, High-Current : A pioneering drive concept for battery electric vehicles
Abstract : The first electric low-voltage vehicles were constructed in the mid-19th century, but by the early 20th century they were progressively replacedby successors with internal combustion engines. As the consequences ofusing fossil fuels are better understood, our society is now transitioning back. READ MORE