A Next-Generation Solar Powered Overhead-Suspended High-Speed Monorail Sky Train Corporation (STC) and STC International, based in Palm Harbor, Florida is a unique team of world-class scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and associates all committed to their STC Green Transportation Mission STC in collaboration with the University of Central Florida’s Solar Energy Center (FSEC), designed and developed a solar Overhead-Suspended Light Rail System (OSLR) called Sky Train. A sustainable mass transportation system that made advancements in energy science by passing solar power through an Energy Transfer device to power an elevated light rail monorail and feed excess back to the grid. The Sky Train is designed to move both people and freight high above traffic congestion in a more sustainable form of transportation. The cars are 10ft (3.0m) wide, 40ft to 80ft (12.2m to 24.3m) long with a capacity range from single vehicles up to full subway, it increases passenger comfort, mobility and energy efficiency, at higher average speeds. STC structures use about 4% of the ground space. And with semi-automated offsite manufacturing; they are erected quickly with minimum disruption and relocation of utilities. UITPI shall work in collaboration with STC for the successful implementation of the proposed SSRTS also known as ParakkumBus. The design incorporates an innovative solar interface to power this next-generation high-speed monorail, using photovoltaic and ultra capacitor flash charging technology as storage for renewable power resulting in an 80% more efficient system than rubber-tired monorails. Sky Train utilizes a computerized buss that monitors vehicle functions; exchanging kinetic and potential energy, constantly monitoring safety for every start/stop cycle. It has two steel rails in an overhead duct with lighter aviation grade composite car bodies suspended beneath. It shall be the first patented duo-rail system in South India with major enhancements in the suspended mode. A train STC concepts use standard off the shelf components from modern light rail, improving performance, allowing utilization of existing trained rail personnel workforces. One Sky Train OSLR track transports the equivalent of nine automobile lanes. It swings on curves allowing for greater speeds and for passenger comfort. SPEEDBUS SUSPENDED RAPID TRANSIT SYSTEM Suspended from the railway system is a BUILD –OPERATE- OWN-TRANSFER system and the model is the first of its kind in INDIA . The project is currently awaiting final approval from the state government, UITPI has decided to undertake development and operation/ maintenance of the Speedbus Suspended Rapid Transit System Project (the “Project”) through Public-Private Partnership (the “PPP”) on , Build, Operate own and Transfer (the BOOT) basis, and has decided to carry out the bidding process for selection of a private entity as the bidder to whom the Project may be awarded. A brief description of the project may be seen in the Information Brief particulars of the Project are as follows: MONORAILTECHNOLOGY. The carrier is a hollow rectangular box girder with a slit in the bottom through with the cabin is suspended at the running gear, whose two axles carry the load with rubber wheel on both sides providing both suspension and propulsion. Two wheels run horizontally along the top and bottom of the interior sidewalls of the carrier box providing horizontal guidance. Thus, the designation as a monorail system is to be taken with a grain of salt, meaning just that there is a single axis of suspension. Because monorails are now being built and operated successfully all over the world, many different monorail technologies exist to choose from. After extensive study, the SSRTS selected “traditional “Overhead suspended monorails are now being built and operated successfully all over the world, many different monorail technologies exist to choose from. After extensive study, the SSRTS selected “traditional” monorail technology. This technology was chosen because it has a proven track record, can travel at speeds over 50miles per hour, and can be configured to easily accommodate 2,250-plus passengers per hour per direction when trains are traveling at four-minute frequency. There are a number of competitive suppliers for this type of monorail technology. ROLLING STOCK The required transport demand forecast is the governing factor for the choice of the Rolling Stock. Considering the projected Peak Hour Peak Direction Traffic (PHPDT) as indicated in previous section, use of medium capacity Rail Vehicle. PASSENGER CARRYING CAPACITY In order to maximize the passenger carrying capacity, longitudinal seating arrangement is recommended. The whole train is proposed to be vestibule to distribute the passenger evenly coaches. Criteria for the calculation of standing passengers are 3 persons per square meter of standing floor area in normal state and 6 persons in crush state of peak hour. About 150 passengers can be carried per coach during peak hour. TRAIN OPERATION PLAN Considering projected transport demand, trains are proposed to be introduced during initial years. Each train will have peak capacity of passengers. Number of trains and carrying capacity during peak hours are given . Requirement of cars and average speeds assumed are also indicated therein. Maximum running speed is envisaged as 40-80 kmph. SOLAR PANEL ENERGY TO MONORAIL Metrics: At MOSI, Panels produce 18 KW combined with University of South Floridas 20 kilowatts which equals 38 kilowatts solar power to battery/capacitor storage potential (stored energy to accelerate our system to speed, enabling a constant stream of energy stopping and starting). STC will match the motors to push a load requiring some expected 42-horse power. It takes only INR 400 per ton to move steel wheels whereas monorails with rubber tires or buses require INR 4,000 per ton for movement. The Capacitor interface can be charged in much less than a 1/2-minute as the monorail rests at a station. STC will match the motors to push a load requiring some expected 42-horse power.STC envisions sizes up to multi-car trains of a 40 by 8 – 10’ wide vehicle that should weigh 20 tons, to move this load requires the force of 80 lbs for steel wheels - if it were on rubber tires it would require 800 lbs. If we use high-torque motor wheels, our vendor specifies that their rail car moving tugs use 5KW per each wheel or 4 wheels or 20KW. Since station stop to stop is only 1/2 mile, the vehicle draws power to get to speed, coasts and returns power to the storage system. Station to station time with loading will be about 3 minutes while the vehicle only draws power out of about 1/2 minute. This means that it uses power from 17% of the input cycle of the solar array; remember it gives 40% of the power used back to storage on stopping. PRODUCTION POTENTIAL AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY: The SSRTS Monorail project generates its needed power by means of two Solar Arrays which will feed into a Charging Cell called a Sub-Station. The Sub-Station Flash Charges the on-board capacitors on the monorail, which assures that batteries stay up to full-charge, in less than a minute. Passenger load time is 1/2 minute, so this will work well. Combined with Brake Reclamation Technology which saves 40% in energy demand, the system will operate flawlessly, especially when considering status as the Tourists Destination. Also, The RENEWABLE ENERGY AGENCY will conduct a preliminary study on Fuel Cell sub-station potential. Sky Train has been talking with a number of Fuel Cell manufacturers to help with the design. These systems together represent substantial long-term production potential. INSTALLATION: The installation comprises a duct overhead in the form of an inverted U as a continuous viaduct with steel rails on the inner ledges and electric power supply strips mounted in the ceiling if not eliminated. Electric power will be received from the existing solar array or conventional electric supplies and controlled and distributed through a substation and control room, equipped with control circuits and instrumentation to inform the operators and on-looking visitors in the museum. Sub stations will be much smaller newly designed charging stations that are distributed at strategic points. Malfunction battery backups will allow the vehicle to operate with little interruption. The vehicles will be suspended beneath the duct. Each vehicle has a chassis riding on two trucks, utilizing the technology of modern light rail systems incorporating automation (intelligence), ie; no operators, saving substantially in operations cost. Stations will comprise of platforms offering level transfer, with escalators or elevators for handicapped (ADA) access. An option exists to evaluate the savings using the STC200 motor wheel alternative, which also determines vehicle weight that is necessary for both the design of the structure and the propulsion requirements for the system. SUMMARY: The monorail uses modern proven rail technology that can be automated; vehicles can carry passengers, freight or both, with level boarding for ADA accessibility, and capacity from single vehicles up to full-length trains at subway levels. Automation saves up to 40% on operating costs. The suspended car bodies swing out on curves, affording ride comfort and fast curve speeds The proposed technology offers a massive reduction (as much as 90%) in energy consumption compared to gasoline consumption; by transferring transportation from automobile onto steel-rail monorail services, first within the city, then by extensions into intercity services. This greatly reduces CO2 emissions, consumption of energy and DEP Form 62-16.900(1) . Sky Train Corporation materials at source and improves the quality of life across the nation. Productivity improves because travelers are released from the risks of accident or death compared with other transportation modes, the tedium of sitting at the wheel driving, and affording shorter time in transit, while also allowing riders accurate scheduling which greatly increases ridership because journeys are no longer obstructed by street and highway congestion. Congestion has reached limits where the cost of expanding highway is beyond the financial and physical capacity of the developed communities to support it. ENERGY EFFICIENCY: The OSLR system being proposed uses existing suppliers and component designs currently on the market and already in standard service in adjacent transit systems. Negating the need to retool further saves energy. There are sixty-three individual portions of the concept that have supported applications for patent protection by reason of their innovative, energy efficient detail. The STC invention has been peer reviewed for its relation to Energy and Efficiency and Renewable Energys Offices Mission and Programs. Ultimately this monorail brings direct benefits to energy and efficiency in different ways: BUILDING AND OPERATING THE MONORAIL. Over head suspended monorail would run on concrete or steel beams, which they would and running on guideway. These beams would be supported by columns, which could be as small as 24 in diameter and would typically range in height from 12 to 15 m, with greater height where needed. SSRT SYSYEM determines that ridership or other factors merit their development. The stations would be designed with accessibility, Attractiveness, ease of use, and safety in mind. Once is built and open, it should operate at least 17 hours a day, 365 days a year. Trains should run about every 4 to 6 minutes during peak times and about every 8 to 10 minutes at other times. The trains would be automated to run without drivers. The system would have station attendants and security staff. MONORAIL Would the benefits of building a monorail that allows tens of thousands of people to travel around the city above the traffic, every day, be worth the cost, the construction hassles, and the view blockages along the streets where the monorail metal guideway would run? When people vote on the proposal to build a monorail, they will answer that question for themselves. This plan provides information to help people weigh that decision. As part of its planning process, the SSRT SYSTEM conducted an extensive public outreach effort. Many of the citizens who participated in that process noted that a monorail system could be particularly well suited to unique conditions: SKY TRAIN CORP 2599 Dolly Bay Dr. Suite 308, Palm Harbor, Florida 34684, US, Tel: 727-939-2177 Fax 727-939-1271, skytraincorp email kguenther@stc-in
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