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Document Number

7993

Primary Title

Challenges and Experiences with Electric Propulsion Transit Buses in the United States

Author Affiliation

National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Golden, Colorado; Battelle, Columbus, Ohio

Contributing Author

Eudy, L.; Gifford, M.

Published Date

11/01/2003

Detailed Publish Date

November 2003

Page Count

39

Document Type

REPORT

Publisher Name

National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Golden, Colorado

Abstract

This document provides background for transit agencies and other fleets that are considering the use of electric propulsion technologies. It tells potential users what to expect and what to plan for when implementing vehicles with electric propulsion systems (such as dedicated electric vehicles, hybrids, and even fuel cells) into their fleets. This document also addresses the unique issues that electrical integration can pose for fleet personnel and points to the similarities between implementing electric propulsion and any other significant new technology.

Report Number

DOE/GO-102003-1791

Copyright Status

N - Not copyrighted,

Document Owner

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