Use of Hydrogen Fuel Cells in Rail Transport

Abstract

The article presents the most technologically advanced alternative propulsion of rail vehicles that, at the same time, has great development potential, i.e. hydrogen fuel cells. The current condition of the rolling stock and electrification of the traction network is described, and domestic and foreign plans for the deployment of fuel cells are presented and accompanied by legislative work aimed at the application of environmentally friendly solutions. Keywords: hydrogen propulsion, fuel cells, railway transport