Energy management in rail vehicles

Abstract

In the course of the general technical development, more and more functions were – and are – being realised by electrical or electronic equipment; so also in rail vehicles. Increasing improvement of passenger comfort through elaborate lighting, improved air conditioning, power outlets at the seat, and entertainment also requires significantly more energy. The additional energy demand has now reached an order or magnitude making it necessary to use the energy as completely as possible once it is drawn from the railway power grid.