Liquid natural gas (LNG) is an attractive transportation fuel because of its high heating value and energy density (i.e. Btu/lb and Btu/gal), clean burning characteristics, relatively low cost ($/Btu), and domestic availability. This research evaluated LNG vehicle and refueling system technology, economics, and safety. Prior and current LNG vehicle projects were studied to identify needed technology improvements. Life-cycle cost analyses considered various LNG vehicle and fuel supply options. Safety records, standards, and analysis methods were reviewed. The LNG market niche is centrally fueled heavy-duty fleet vehicles with high fuel consumption. For these applications, fuel cost savings can amortize equipment capital costs.


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    Titel :

    LNG Vehicle Technology, Economics, and Safety Assessment. Final Report, April 1991-June 1993


    Beteiligte:
    C. A. Powars (Autor:in) / C. B. Moyer (Autor:in) / D. D. Lowell (Autor:in)

    Erscheinungsdatum :

    1994


    Format / Umfang :

    198 pages


    Medientyp :

    Report


    Format :

    Keine Angabe


    Sprache :

    Englisch