Status of validation test program 2

Dr. Perujo presented working paper HDH-14-04. Test program and timetable were set up between the participating OEMs and JRC before the start of the test program. The input parameters rolling resistance coefficient, air resistance coefficient and total weight were determined and selected in accordance with Kokujikan No. 281, paragraph 10-5. It was decided to carry out the tests with as many auxiliaries as possible shut down and to measure/estimate the power consumption of the auxiliaries required for the proper operation of the vehicle. In order to get repeatable results, a daily test sequence was agreed.

Validation test program 2 at JRC started with the Volvo parallel hybrid bus in May. Preliminary results are shown on pages 9 and 10. The Iveco vehicle is about to start, the MAN bus will follow by the end of June. Data processing will be done during July, August and September. The final report is planned to be released by mid September 2013.