European energy storage field tram

Can EVs be used as energy storage for the tram network?

Therefore, this research assumes that the tram service provider would provide the EV owners, who allow their EVs to be used as energy storage for the tram network, with incentives (e.g. discounted travel perhaps) to compensate for the extra degradation of the EV battery.

Does the ESS provide its own energy to the tram?

Conversely, if the increase of E reg is less than the reduction of energy from E sub, then the ESS provides its own energy to the tram.

What is the supply arrangement for a tram charging point?

In Figure 14 a supply arrangement for the charging point from WESD is proposed. The tram braking energy is to be stored in WESD which in turn will be feeding the charging point. The charging points are to be installed in car parks in the close vicinity of tram stations to encourage people to use the public transport. Figure 14.

Why is energy storage important in the EU?

It can also facilitate the electrification of different economic sectors, notably buildings and transport. The main energy storage method in the EU is by far 'pumped hydro' storage, but battery storage projects are rising. A variety of new technologies to store energy are also rapidly developing and becoming increasingly market-competitive.

Are alternative energy sources on board rail vehicles a viable solution?

From a system-level perspective, the integration of alternative energy sources on board rail vehicles has become a popular solution among rolling stock manufacturers. Surveys are made of many recent realizations of multimodal rail vehicles with onboard electrochemical batteries, supercapacitors, and hydrogen fuel cell systems.

What is a tram communication module?

GPS Module—locates geographical position of the tram with the GPS; Communication Module—communicates with the WESD the tram location and tram motion state (acceleration, braking, coasting) and speed values. Central Control Unit—provides the tram Communication Module with the tram motion state and speed values.