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Multi-fleet Demonstration of Hydraulic Regenerative Braking Technology in Refuse Truck Applications
This project demonstrates the use of an innovative technology called hydraulic regenerative braking (HRB) in a heavy-duty vehicle application. In particular, the project involves the development of HRB system specifications, installation of the prototype HRB systems on refuse trucks, and in-use fleet demonstration in refuse truck fleets in New York City and Baltimore. HRB technology significantly reduces fuel consumption, emissions, and brake maintenance while at the same time improves vehicle performance. The project involves a long-term field demonstration of HRB technology in two refuse truck fleet applications with data collection on real-world performance, efficiency, emissions, maintenance, and cost in accordance with standardized testing procedures. During braking, this technology recuperates a vehicle's kinetic energy that is otherwise lost as heat generated by friction brakes. This is accomplished by integrating a hydraulic pump/motor along with hydraulic accumulators into the vehicle's driveline. The recovered energy is stored in the accumulators as compressed gas and later used for assistance in propelling the vehicle. This technology is most effective in urban "stop and go" applications of heavy-duty vehicles.
Contact:
NYSERDA
17 Columbia Circle
Albany, NY 12203-6399
(518) 862-1090 x3228
Contact: Joseph Wagner
Email: jrw@nyserda.org
Partners:
Maryland Energy Administration
Maryland Department of the Environment
New Jersey Board of Public Utilities
Shurepower, LLC
New West Technologies, LLC
Parker Hannfin Corp.
Autocar, LLC
City of New York Department of Sanitation
City of Baltimore, Department of Public Works, Bureau of Solid Waste
Cost:
Total project cost: $1,435,626
STAC-DOE portion: $493,711
Participant portion: $1,050,191
Statement of Work and Status
Quarterly Reports
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Last Updated: 05/01/08