Assessment of Gas Engine Drives for CNG Compressors at NGV Fueling Stations.Final Technical Report, June 1993-April 1995

摘要

This report assesses the technical and economic issues associated with the use ofgas engine drives for gas compressors at natural gas vehicle (NGV) fueling stations. The use of gas engine drives and electric motor drives is compared for typical time fill, fast fill, and combined fill applications. NGV fueling station equipment is described with an emphasis on gas engine and electric motor drives, their installation, operation, and maintenance. The economic benefits of gas engine drives and electric motor drives are compared using sensitivity and operating cost analyses. A perspective of the current market for gas engine drives is also presented, as well as several case histories.