Expected Improvements in Work Truck Efficiency Through Connectivity and Automation

Kevin Walkowicz

Research output: NRELPresentation

Abstract

This presentation focuses on the potential impact of connected and automated technologies on commercial vehicle operations. It includes topics such as the U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Efficient Mobility Systems (EEMS) program and the Systems and Modeling for Accelerated Research in Transportation (SMART) Mobility Initiative. It also describes National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) research findings pertaining to the potential energy impacts of connectivity and automation and stresses the need for integration and optimization to take advantage of the benefits offered by these transformative technologies while mitigating the potential negative consequences.
Original languageAmerican English
Number of pages12
StatePublished - 2018

Publication series

NamePresented at Green Truck Summit, 6-9 March 2018, Indianapolis, Indiana

NREL Publication Number

  • NREL/PR-5400-71000

Keywords

  • commercial vehicles
  • EEMS
  • Energy Efficient Mobility Systems
  • SMART Mobility Initiative
  • Systems and Modeling for Accelerated Research in Transportation Mobility Initiative
  • vehicle automation
  • vehicle connectivity

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