Multi-Source Propulsion Control for Route-Powered Fuel Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle systems struggle to efficiently manage energy consumption and emissions across multiple fuel sources and electrical energy, particularly when receiving electrical energy from external conductive elements along a route.
Innovation Solution
A system that includes an electrical port to receive electrical energy from a conductive element, an energy conversion device to handle multiple fuels, and a controller that determines fuel consumption rates based on energy demand, emissions targets, and the source and quantity of electrical energy received.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-generated harmful factors
If the vehicle uses multiple fuel sources and electrical energy, then emissions can be reduced, but energy consumption management becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The controller dynamically adjusts fuel consumption rates and electrical energy usage based on real-time parameters including energy demand, emissions targets, and the source and quantity of electrical energy received from conductive elements along the route, optimizing the mix of multiple energy sources to reduce emissions while managing system complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback control where the controller continuously monitors energy demand, emissions output from different fuel sources, and electrical energy availability from external conductive elements, then adjusts fuel consumption rates accordingly to meet emissions targets while maintaining efficient energy management
2Use of energy by moving object
If the vehicle receives electrical energy from conductive elements along the route, then energy efficiency improves, but the system must dynamically adjust fuel consumption based on variable electrical energy availability
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts fuel consumption rates in real-time based on the variable availability of electrical energy from conductive elements along the route, adapting to changing energy demand, emissions targets, and electrical energy quantity and source conditions to maintain optimal energy efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The energy conversion device is configured to handle multiple fuel sources and integrate with external electrical energy from conductive elements, creating a universal energy management system that can operate with different combinations of energy sources depending on availability and requirements
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This system optimizes fuel consumption and emissions management by dynamically adjusting fuel usage based on energy demand and the availability and source of electrical energy, thereby improving energy efficiency and reducing emissions.
Implementation Method 1
an electrical port configured to receive electrical energy from a conductive element exterior to the vehicle
Implementation Method 2
an energy conversion device configured to receive a first fuel and a second fuel
Data Source
AI summary
A system may include an electrical port configured to receive electrical energy from a conductive element exterior to a vehicle, the conductive element disposed along a route for the vehicle. The system may include an energy conversion device configured to receive a first fuel and a second fuel. The system may include a controller configured to: determine, based on an energy demand for the vehicle and the receipt of the electrical energy, a first consumption rate of the first fuel and a second consumption rate of the second fuel.