Swiss hydrogen-powered train sets 1741-mile record for nonstop travel - Interesting Engineering
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The record attempt took place over 46 hours at a test track in Colorado where Stadler's hydrogen-powered train is being tested.
    • SupraMario@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      8 months ago

      And you think a train full of batteries is going to be able to do what a fuel locomotive can?

        • SupraMario@lemmy.worldEnglish
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          8 months ago

          Range. Plain and simple. It takes 10-15mins to refuel a train, you’re not recharging a massive bank of batteries in 10-15 mins. On top of that, colder areas mean even less range.

          • Ilovethebomb@lemm.eeEnglish
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            8 months ago

            This is a commuter train, they’re not running all day. You have plenty of time overnight and between rush hour peaks to charge your train.