Nancy asks…Save Energy: Why don't we build train stations on hills?I know, weird question. But if a station is on even slightly higher ground, then an approaching train will lose speed naturally, without braking (as much). The saved energy would then be used to help the train accelerate (down-hill) as it leaves the station the other side.
I realise that the differences in speed/acceleration involved would be marginal, but with the energy needed to move the hundred tons plus of just an
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