The impact of the U. S. energy situation on high speed ground transportation. Technical report

Technical Report · Mon Dec 01 04:00:00 EST 1975

OSTI ID:7108092

Fraize, W E

U.S. energy supply issues for the next few decades are summarized with a view toward their impact on high speed ground transportation (HSGT) modes. As background, the energy characteristics of intercity passenger modes, including 300 mph tracked levitated vehicle (TLV) systems, are presented and discussed. In the short and mid terms (through 1985 or 1990), energy shortages are seen to impact HSGT modes mainly through increased operating (fuel) costs; and the need for greater capacity flexibility. In the long term, HSGT modes may have to adapt to non-fossil fuels. Research topics for addressing energy impacts on HSGT are suggested.

• Research Organization: Mitre Corp., McLean, VA (USA)
• OSTI ID: 7108092
• Report Number(s): PB-261805; MTR-6808
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
320203* -- Energy Conservation
Consumption
& Utilization-- Transportation-- Land & Roadway
ENERGY SHORTAGES
FORECASTING
LEVITATED TRAINS
RAPID TRANSIT SYSTEMS
TRAINS
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS
VEHICLES