Operating electric buses for public transport poses some special challenges in relation to the charging infrastructure, route planning and operational management. The MENDEL research project provides the basic principles for an ideal charging infrastructure and defines the scheduling and operational requirements for the transport company.
Electromobility in public transport
Optimised charging processes
About the MENDEL research project
Goal 1: Minimising investment costs
Goal 2: Minimising operating costs
Sub-goal 1: Improved vehicle scheduling (strategic level)
Sub-goal 2: Optimal infrastructure planning (strategic level)
Sub-goal 3: Optimal charge management during operations (tactical level)
Sub-goal 4: Optimal route strategy for operations (operational level)
Contact
Gunnar Rehbein
Manager Technology
init SE
Germany