Influences on Energy Savings of Heavy Trucks Using Cooperative Adaptive Cruise Control

Influences on Energy Savings of Heavy Trucks Using Cooperative Adaptive Cruise Control

This report seeks to represent a comprehensive assessment of energy savings potential for heavy trucks.

Key findings

The lead truck experiences a significant increase in fuel savings as the separation distance is reduced below 15 m, reaching 10% fuel savings at 4 m separation distance.

Results seemed to show that the middle truck required less energy.

The results showed energy savings generally increased as the gap between trucks was reduced.

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