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Railway Drive System Design: Traction Motor (Online calculator)

Drive System of a Railway Locomotive All modern Electric & Diesel locomotives are hauled by traction motors.  An electric locomotive is powered by electricity from overhead high-tension (voltage) electric lines through pantographs and transformers. In contrast, diesel locomotive has Traction Alternator connected to the engine & electricity generated by the alternator is used to power […]

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Bogie of a Railway Locomotive: Design Principle, Wheelsets, Suspension System & Drive System

What is a Railway Bogie? Just like the chassis of your passenger car, the bogie of a Locomotive is an essential part of the train. However, a bogie has much more function to perform than a normal automobile chassis. The Bogie of a Railway Locomotive is hardly noticed by the passengers but its role is

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