Case history evaluation of methane-fueled vehicles
The results of an extensive case history evaluation of methane-fueled vehicles are presented. A questionnaire sent to fleet operators was designed to procure: general information regarding the fleet; information on the fuel and vehicle fuel system (source of methane, heating value of gas, and vehicle fuel tank capacity); vehicle fuel consumption and mileage information; cost information; and information regarding operational difficulties attributable to conversion for operation on methane. Twenty-eight responses were obtained, encompassing nearly 3,500 vehicles. Data from the study have been compiled into several comprehensive tables. The ranges of various parameters are discussed, as well as the operation difficulties that were reported. 13 refs.
- Research Organization:
- Cal Recovery Syst Inc, Richmond, Calif, USA
- OSTI ID:
- 5155246
- Journal Information:
- SAE Prepr.; (United States), Journal Name: SAE Prepr.; (United States)
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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