Research on the Application of Electric Heating Floor in Railway Vehicles

Abstract

Abstract With the rapid development of rail transit vehicle technology in recent years, railway vehicles are constantly developing in novel directions of lightweight, integration, intelligence, as well as environmental protection and energy saving. The application of electric heating floors in railway vehicles is one of the innovative attempts. This paper first illustrates the working principle, applicable standards, typical structure, mechanical performance, and technical parameters of the electric heating floor. Subsequently, simulation analysis on the heating floor samples is conducted, and the simulation data of compressive strength is obtained for this heating floor. The result of the analysis illustrates that the mechanical performance of the heating floor is not distinct from the normal floor, which meets the requirements of railway vehicle utilization. Then, simulation and comparison between the railway vehicle heating system using traditional heaters and electric heating floors are performed, to evaluate the heating effects in different ambient temperatures. Finally, this paper explores the technical difficulties and application prospects of the heating floor in railway vehicles.