• The Journal of The Korea Institute of Intelligent Transport Systems
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• v.22 no.6
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• pp.196-207
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• 2023

As part of measures to address the climate crisis, buses are also being converted to electric and hydrogen buses. Local authorities need to prioritize carbon emissions when allocating newly introduced and converted electric and hydrogen buses, and as a method, consider the introduction of Low Emission Bus Zones (LEBZ) to propose the reduction of pollution from specific links. To introduce LEBZ, it is necessary to compare the carbon emissions before and after its implementation, yet there is a shortage of studies that focus solely on buses or analyze the effects of introducing LEBZ to specific links. In this paper, we utilized bus information system data to calculate and compare the effects of introducing LEBZ to bus priority lanes in Jeju. We categorized scenarios into five groups, with scenarios 1 through 4 involving the introduction of LEBZ, and scenario 5 designating cases where LEBZ was not introduced. Comparative results confirmed that in scenarios with LEBZ introduction, the reduction per km reached a maximum of 0.097t per km, whereas in cases without LEBZ, it amounted to 0.022t per km, demonstrating higher efficiency. It underscores the significance of conducting carbon emission calculations and comparing the effects of LEBZ introduction using bus information system data, which can be directly applied by local authorities to make informed and rational decisions.

• Prospectives of Industrial Chemistry
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• v.24 no.4
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• pp.36-51
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• 2021

오늘날 수소는 화석연료와 다르게 친환경 측면, 신사업 창출 및 국내 에너지 안보 확대 측면에서 미래에너지원으로 각광받고 있다. 이에 따라 세계 유수의 자동차 기업들이 궁극의 차량이라는 수소전기차 기술 개발 및 상용화에 주력하고 있으며 각국은 자국의 수소인프라의 핵심인 수소충전소 구축 전략을 강화하고 있다. 또한 수소전기차 초기 보급을 활성화하기 위해 국가 지원하에 수소충전소 공급을 적극 추진하고 있다. 전 세계적으로 500개 이상의 수소충전소가 건설, 운영 및 계획되고 있다. 국내에서도 수소전기차, 수소버스 및 수소트럭 등 보급 계획과 더불어 이에 필요한 수소충전소 공급 로드맵을 연도별로 발표하는 등 수송분야에 수소 에너지 도입이 강력하게 진행되고 있다. 그러나 우리나라 수소충전소 구축에 필요한 설비 등은 아직 자체 조달이 거의 이루어지지 않아 많은 설비 및 부품들이 국외 도입에 따른 여러 문제점들로 인해 어렵게 구축된 많은 수소충전소 운영이 원활하지 않은 상황이다. 따라서 국내외 수소충전소 구축 현황 및 계획에 대해 정리 및 분석하여 국내의 수소충전소 구축 및 운영에 대한 이슈들을 알아보고 해결해야 할 과제는 어떤 것이 있는지 알아보고자 한다.

• Journal of Auto-vehicle Safety Association
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• v.15 no.4
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• pp.58-64
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• 2023

The adoption of hydrogen-powered Elec is expanding globally. Hydrogen is recognized as a potentially hazardous energy source, and safety assessment is crucial for the development of plans to supply hydrogen-powered electric buses. Hydrogen gas leakage can have a significant impact during bus operations, and continuous hydrogen leakage in hydrogen-powered vehicles can result in fatal accidents. In this study, information about hydrogen leakage is collected through sensors installed within the vehicles and is measured when the sensor detects a leak. The study also proposes the use of Pseudo Fuel Leakage (PFL, %) as an additional indicator for evaluating and monitoring hydrogen safety and leakage.

• Journal of Auto-vehicle Safety Association
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• v.13 no.1
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• pp.51-56
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• 2021

As hydrogen is classified as an eco-friendly fuel, vehicles using hydrogen fuel are being developed worldwide. Vehicle fuel hydrogen is stored in cylinders at 70 MPa, so there is a high risk of explosion. Therefore, it is important to inspect hydrogen cylinders in used-vehicles. This study was conducted to improve the inspection method of the cylinders currently mounted on used-hydrogen buses. The inspection method is an image analysis method using a camera. Calcaulation algorithm was developed to quantitatively chech the amount of hydrogen leakage by the image method. As a result of adding a contact angle element to the calculation algorithm suggested by the GTR regulation and comparing it with the experimental data of the GTR regulation, the algorithm reliability was 94%, which secured similarity.

• The Journal of The Korea Institute of Intelligent Transport Systems
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• v.19 no.1
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• pp.71-82
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• 2020

The existing transportation system, which is based on internal combustion engines, is rapidly being converted to electrification. Thus, eco-friendly public transportation with high transportation efficiency will continue to spread throughout the market in the near future. The purpose of this study is to compare and analyze the cognitive characteristics of passengers redgarding the technical and social factors of various public transportation means to help a successful introduction of eco-friendly public transit. Through a survey questionnaire (N=485), seven factors of seven transportation modes were evaluated and analyzed using principal component analysis. As a result, it is confirmed that potential passengers have high expectations for the eco-friendliness and city image of the eco-friendly buses. Also, it is confirmed that eco-friendly buses are superior in cleanliness and ride comfort than diesel buses. Given the study's results, this study identifies the cognitive characteristics of passengers regarding eco-friendly public transportation. We hope that these results will be used as basic information for image positioning and improved service with the use of eco-friendly transportation.

• Transactions of the Korean hydrogen and new energy society
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• v.28 no.6
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• pp.649-656
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• 2017

At present, hydrogen is emerging as a future energy source based on environment-friendly aspect, creation of new industry, and enhancement of domestic energy security. In accordance with it, the world's leading automobile companies are focusing on the development and commercialization of hydrogen electric vehicle technology, and each country is strengthening its hydrogen fueling station deployment strategy for its own country. Furthermore, the supply of hydrogen fueling stations is actively promoting under national support. More than 500 hydrogen fueling stations are being constructed, operated and planned around the world. The introduction of hydrogen energy is also progressing in Korea, by announcing road-map to supply hydrogen electric vehicles and hydrogen fueling stations by year. However, there is insufficient discussion on the capacity of hydrogen fueling station in Korea. Therefore, this study suggests the optimum capacity of hydrogen fuelling station for domestic hydrogen economy.

• Journal of the Korean Institute of Gas
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• v.28 no.1
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• pp.85-99
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• 2024

As the proliferation of hydrogen electric vehicles accelerates, there is observed diversification in hydrogen refueling station models. This diversification raises safety concerns for different types of stations. This study conducted a quantitative risk assessment of a multi-vehicle hydrogen station, capable of simultaneously refueling cars, buses, and trucks. Utilizing Gexcon's Effects&Riskcurves Software, scenarios of fire and explosion due to hydrogen leaks were assessed. The study calculated the impact distances from radiative heat and explosion overpressure, and measured risks to nearby buildings and populations. The largest impact distance was from fires and explosions at dispensers and high-pressure storage units. High-pressure storage contributes most significantly to personal and societal risk. The study suggests that conservative safety distances and proper protective measures for these facilities can minimize human and material damage in the event of a hydrogen leak.