Investigation of the impact of a solar panel system installed on an heavy-duty truck trailer on fuel consumption at the ZalaZONE test track
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Zalaegerszeg Innovation Park, Széchenyi István University, Dr. Michelberger Pál street 3., H-8900 Zalaegerszeg, Hungary
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ZalaZONE Industrial Park Ltd., Dr. Michelberger Pál street 2., H-8900 Zalaegerszeg, Hungary
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Gergő Sütheö
Zalaegerszeg Innovation Park, Széchenyi István University, Dr. Michelberger Pál street 3., H-8900 Zalaegerszeg, Hungary
Adv. Sci. Technol. Res. J. 2025; 19(4):304-310
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This study evaluates the impact of a solar panel system installed on a heavy-duty truck (HDV) trailer on fuel consumption, tested at the ZalaZONE track. Two vehicles were assessed: a diesel-powered and an LNG-powered (Liquefied Natural Gas) truck, with the latter equipped with solar panels. Over five days, the solar system powered cabin electronics, reducing idle time and fuel use. While fuel and CO₂ (Carbon dioxide) savings were observed, performance was limited by battery charge and sunlight exposure. The results show potential for up to 10% fuel savings, demonstrating the system's feasibility for reducing emissions in long-haul transport, though further optimization is needed.