Rapid wireless bus charging technology launched in London

Mark Moran
26 October 2022
The ABB pantograph provides fast, high-power top-ups at Bexleyheath bus garage

 

Pantograph technology is being used to rapidly charge buses running on an all-electric route in London. The pantograph provides fast, high-power top-ups at Bexleyheath bus garage in the south-east of the city.

The new technology uses an arm-like structure that attaches itself to the roof to deliver a quick, high-power charge to buses. Wireless RFID technology is used to allow the bus to communicate with the pantograph. 

It is the first time this technology has been used in London and is...

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