Energy and Mobility The Illustrated Energy Primer for Modern Drivers Heilbronn University

Format:

Book

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Daberkow, Andreas, author.

Conference Name:

2025 Sustainable Energy & Powertrains (2025-11-25 : Stuttgart, Germany)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource cm

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 2025

Summary:

The path toward carbon-neutral mobility represents one of the greatest cultural transformations in recent human history. Positioned between industrial heritage, emerging mobility technologies, and the energy supply sector are the users of 1.5 billion motor vehicles worldwide. Conflicting publications on raw material availability, energy efficiency, and the climate neutrality of propulsion systems have led to widespread uncertainty. This Illustrated Energy Primer provides a new foundation for orientation. It begins with a visual explanation of the basic concepts of energy and power, followed by illustrative comparisons of typical energy demands in vehicles and households. The focus then shifts to common types of energy generation systems. Using regional examplesfrom coal-fired power plants to wind farms, solar installations, and balcony solar panelsthe guide provides clear and accessible performance benchmarks for energy production. Next, nine individual experience profiles highlight how people across different life stages manage their vehicles responsibly and resource-efficiently. These range from a 16-year-old driver of a light electric vehicle, to a 55-year-old electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) user, to a 91-year-old woman using an electric mobility aid limited to walking speed. A broad range of drive technologies is covered in the Energy Primer, including comparisons with alternatives such as electric microcars, pedal-assist electric bicycles (pedelecs), and walking. Each user narrative outlines annual personal financial savings as well as the potential reduction in CO₂ emissions. These individual results are also scaled up to reflect the commuter mobility patterns of the Federal Republic of Germany (BRD). In this way, the Energy Primer builds a bridge between technical experts and everyday users. It aims to strengthen awareness of the value of energy in mobility and to encourage deeper engagement with the sometimes complex calculations behind energy balances. This is the first time such a compact and illustrated educational resource on energy and mobility is made freely available

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Publisher Number:

2025-01-0517

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license