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Optimizing Dynamic Wireless Charging for Electric Buses

Optimizing Dynamic Wireless Charging for Electric Buses

Full Title: Optimizing Dynamic Wireless Charging for Electric Buses: A Data-Driven Approach to Infrastructure Planning
Author(s): Ruixiao Sun, Qi Luo, Yuche Chen
Publisher(s): ScienceDirect
Publication Date: July 16, 2024
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Description (excerpt):

The network configuration significantly impacts the performance of dynamic wireless charging (DWC) technology for electric buses. Here, this study presents a novel approach to planning charging infrastructure for public transit using data-driven nonconvex mixed-integer optimization. Integrating DWC and charging station technologies reveals a trade-off between enroute and stationary charging times. The framework optimizes bus frequency settings and transmitter coil arrangements to minimize operational and infrastructure costs. A case study in Chattanooga, Tennessee, demonstrates the method’s effectiveness in mitigating range anxiety and reducing charging expenses. This research implies that integrating DWC technology into public transit systems can enhance the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of electric bus operations, promoting sustainable urban mobility.

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