Essays about: "rail transport"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 123 essays containing the words rail transport.

1. 1. Inland Waterways and Short Sea Shipping - a feasible alternative for truck transportation in Sweden? - A Case Study of Container Shipping Between Uddevalla and Gothenburg -

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Filip Matei; Philip Vollert Lundqvist; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : Inland waterway transportation; short sea shipping; containerized goods; cost comparison; environmental comparison; barge;

   Abstract : Within the European Union, Inland Waterway Transportation accounts for the lowest share of goods transport, with only 5.8%. In Sweden, the share is even lower where Inland Waterway Transportation accounts for less than 1% of the goods transports. READ MORE

3. 2. Staying Afloat - Examining the Resilience of the European Inland Waterway Transportation Industry in the Face of Climate Related Disruptions: A Policy and Resilience Analysis

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Linnea Ahlgren; Hibaakh Jamac; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : Climate Change; Inland Waterway Transportation; Inland Barge Companies; Inland Ports; Policies and Initiatives; Adaptation; Extreme Weather;

   Abstract : Due to its lower emissions in comparison to other modes of transport, inland waterway transportation (IWT) has been increasingly considered a sustainable option by the European Union (EU), prompting a focus on transitioning towards it in recent years. However, the impact of climate change has led to a rise in extreme weather events, including floods and droughts, over the past few decades. READ MORE

4. 3. Towards Sustainable Transport: A case study on modal shift for temperature-controlled goods between northern Norway and central Europe

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Love Kristoffersson; Etienne Skowronski; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : road-rail transport; temperature-controlled goods; cross-border; modal shift; transportation network;

   Abstract : In line with the ambitious sustainability goals set by the European Union to reduce transport emissions, there is a growing interest for sustainable freight transport across Europe. Rail transportation has emerged as a preferred mode of choice for shippers and freight forwarders, given its sustainability advantage of transporting larger volumes on longer distances. READ MORE

5. 4. Development and Analysis of Small Signal DQ-Frame Model for Low Frequency Stability of Train Converters

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

   Author : Fabian Tidner; [2023]
   Keywords : Low Frequency stability; DQ-frame modeling; Single phase converter; Electric rail way systems; Lågfrekvent stabilitet; DQ-ram modellering; Enfasig likriktare; Elektriska järnvägssystem;

   Abstract : In order to meet the increasing demand for sustainable transportation, trains need to run with tighter schedules, more departures and more trains in depot. Multiple trains in depot has been linked to low frequency instability at many locations around the world. READ MORE

6. 5. Simultaneous scheduling of railway maintenance and trains : Modelling and solving train interactions close to a maintenance operation

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

   Author : Pauline Vaillant; [2023]
   Keywords : Optimization; Linear programming; Heuristics; Railway scheduling; Maintenance planning; Optimering; Linjärprogrammering; Heuristik; Järnvägsplanering; Underhållsplanering;

   Abstract : Rail transport plays a key role in the mobility of passengers and goods. It is expected to grow the decarbonization of society. In that context, it is important to use the railway network efficiently, and jointly planning trains and network maintenance allows for better use of resources. READ MORE