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Our Proposal -  
We propose that Tbuses are initially introduced on to the North Greenwich to Charlton route as a pilot scheme to demonstrate feasibility, practicality and efficency.
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Campaigning for quiet, clean urban transport using Overhead Electric, Zero Emission Buses -
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The vehicles are to -  
- be 18m long, 3 axle, articulated single deckers
- powered by wheel hub mounted electric motors
- carry 120 passengers, seating 60 passengers in comfort
- be fitted with full internal environment control
- have plenty of room for wheel chairs, baby buggies and luggage
- carry on-board real time passenger service information
- have assistive (electro magnetic) guidance to give precision stopping
- be electrically driven, very quiet in operation and produce zero emissions
- capable of 'off-wire' operation with auxiliary on board power supply

The route is to have -  
- high service speeds and smooth journeys on dedicated surfaces
- raised kerbs for level loading of shoppers, mothers and disabled users
- 'clear' junction priority layouts giving the Tbus the fastest journey time of any road user
- high service head ways, as low as 3 minutes between vehicles
- service stops at 300-350m intervals
- pre-ticketting available at all stops and smart card season tickets
- attractive stops with real time vehicle information, both of Tbuses and underground connections
- passenger perception of service permanence
- seven day a week, morning to night operation
- well trained, customer friendly staff
- easy interchange with other transport modes

The overhead wiring is to be of -  
- optimum overhead layout
- minimum visual intrusion
- minimum size conductors and fittings
- 700mm guage

The electrical system is to be -  
- at a supply voltage of 750v DC fully floating with respect to ground
- supplied by generation sources that are environmentally sustainable

The technologies employed will -  
- be proven state-of-the-art
- be capable of giving 100% reliability
- innovate only if the above conditions can be met

The service can be implemented with planning permission but without the need of a Transport and Works Order as the route is on private Right of Way. The Railway Inspectorate would be responsible for the electrical installation and all health and safety features.