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On the Sustainability of Electric Vehicles: What About Their Impacts on Land Use?
2021
Author(s): Orsi F
This study aims to start a discussion on the topic by exploring three relevant issues: the impact of EVs’ operating costs on urban size, the space requirements of charging facilities, the land demand of energy production through renewables.
Business Model Prototyping for Electric Mobility and Solar Power Solutions
2016
Author(s): Laurischkat K, Jandt D
With the Business Model Canvas for Mobility and Energy Solutions this paper provides an illustrative framework for the business model innovation process for mobility and energy solutions.
Data-Driven Smart Charging for Heterogeneous Electric Vehicle Fleets
2020
Author(s): Frendo O, Graf J, Gaertner N, Stuckenschmidt H
In this work, the authors propose a data-driven approach for integrating a machine learning model to predict arbitrary charge profiles into a smart charging algorithm.
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Electric Vehicle Subsidies in Canada
2019
Author(s): Thorne Z, Hughes L
In this paper, the cost-effectiveness of achieving emissions reductions through EV subsidy programs is evaluated with respect to each provincial electricity system in Canada.
Understanding the Impact That Potential Driving Bans on Conventional Vehicles and the Total Cost of Ownership Have on Electric Vehicle Choice in Germany
2020
Author(s): Letmathe P, Suares M
This study analyzes the penetration by battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in Germany and examines two influential factors – policy measures and disclosing consumer-oriented total cost of ownership (TCOC) information.
The Prospects of Electric Vehicles in Cities without Policy Support
2017
Author(s): Nian V, Hari MP, Yuan J
The developments in electric vehicles (EVs) are driven by the agenda of cleaner and more efficient transport. The manufacturing cost of EVs are higher than that of internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEVs) mainly due to cost of batteries.
Factors Influencing Consumer Acceptance of Vehicle-to-Grid by Electric Vehicle Drivers in the Netherlands
2021
Author(s): van Heuveln K, Ghotge R, Annema JA, van Bergen E, van Wee B, Pesch U
The study takes a qualitative approach in order to provide insight into actual EV users’ perceptions of V2G technology and their underlying motivation to accept or not accept V2G.
A Green Logistics Solution for Last-Mile Deliveries Considering E-Vans and E-Cargo Bikes
2021
Author(s): Caggiani L, Colovic A, Prencipe LP, Ottomanelli M
Every day, city logistics faces environmental challenges in promoting and sustaining a cleaner transportation environment that prioritises emissions, traffic noise, and congestion reduction.
Understanding the Socioeconomic Characteristics of Paratransit Drivers and Their Perceptions Toward Electric Three-Wheeled Rickshaws in Delhi, India
2021
Author(s): Priye S, Manoj M, Ranjan R
The present study investigates the perceptions of drivers of three prominent paratransit modes toward ERs. The research also provides a better understanding of the socio-economic conditions of these paratransit drivers. The study utilizes data of 620 paratransit drivers obtained from a face-to-face survey conducted in Delhi, India.
Design and Development of Hybrid Mode Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
2016
Author(s): Krishnakumar R
This work presents the design of a hybrid mode unmanned aerial vehicle (HUAV) and the selection of right configuration capable of performing vertical takeoff and landing similar a rotorcraft and forward flight like a conventional fixed wing airplane.