Dynamic Charging of Electric Buses as a Way to Reduce Investment Risks of Urban Transport System Electrification

Abstract

Night charging and fast charging are currently the two most common systems for charging electric buses. Despite the fact that numerous trial installations were started, neither of these two systems has obtained unqualified approval of the users. The alternative is to charge vehicles in motion - dynamic charging which combines the advantages of trolleybus transport and of electric buses. One of the advantages is the reduction of risks associated with the electrification of urban transport. The investment in the construction of the traction network allows you to reduce the costs associated with the purchase and replacement of traction batteries, as well as increase the flexibility of the transport system. The article presents the financial benefits resulting from the use of a dynamic charging system.