Research Areas
Infrastructure
Safe, efficient passenger and freight movement and energy distribution relies on infrastructures. In addition to studying how alternative fuels affect current distribution systems, ORNL actively investigates more compatible infrastructure materials, such as those used in hydrogen pipelines. Researchers are also integrating data-collecting technologies into infrastructures, such as roads and weigh stations. From the infrastructures, real-time safety information is collected, such as brake performance, and traffic conditions can be monitored for managing day-to-day congestion or emergency situations.
