Electrical Railway Transportation Systems
Electrical Railway Transportation Systems

Author: Morris Brenna

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2018-03-07

Total Pages: 628

ISBN-13: 1119386802

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Allows the reader to deepen their understanding of various technologies for both fixed power supply installations of railway systems and for railway rolling stock This book explores the electric railway systems that play a crucial role in the mitigation of congestion and pollution caused by road traffic. It is divided into two parts: the first covering fixed power supply systems, and the second concerning the systems for railway rolling stock. In particular, after a historical introduction to the framework of technological solutions in current use, the authors investigate electrification systems for the power supply of rail vehicles, trams, and subways. Electrical Railway Transportation Systems explores the direct current systems used throughout the world for urban and suburban transport, which are also used in various countries for regional transport. It provides a study of alternating current systems, whether for power supply frequency or for special railway frequency, that are used around the world for the electrification of railway lines, long-distance lines, and high-speed lines. In addition, this resource: Analyzes multiple railway systems from a theoretical and realizable vantage point, with particular regard to functionality, electromagnetic compatibility, and interferences with other electrical systems Studies electric traction railway vehicles, presenting various types of drives and auxiliary devices currently in circulation Discusses solutions employed to ensure interoperability of vehicles that run along lines powered by different systems (e.g., DC and AC, at different frequencies) Electrical Railway Transportation Systems is an ideal text for graduate students studying the subject as well as for industry professionals working in the field.

Electric Railways
Electric Railways

Author: Michael C. Duffy

Publisher: IET

Published: 2003-02-11

Total Pages: 476

ISBN-13: 0852968051

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Electric Railways 1880-1990 explores the history of the integration of both electric and diesel-electric railway systems and identifies the crucial role that diesel-electric traction played in the development of wireless electrification. The evolution of electrical technology and the modern railway produced innovations in engineering that were integral to the development of traction, power and signalling systems. This book presents a thorough survey of electric railway development from the earliest days pf the London Underground to modern electrified main line trains. The distinction between 'enforced electrification' and 'economic electrification' is also discussed and the pioneering role of J.J. Heilmann assessed.

Pacific Electric Railway
Pacific Electric Railway

Author: Steve Crise

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780738575865

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The Pacific Electric Railway originally provided reliable transportation across more than 1,000 miles of track. Postwar society's affair with the automobile led to the loss of an infrastructure that could have formed the basis for an enviable modern light-rail system, one that current society would be happy to utilize. Authors Steve Crise and Michael Patris look back at the railway and its landscape today. Both serve on the board of the Pacific Electric Railway Historical Society, from whose archives most of these images are taken.

Electric Railway Systems
Electric Railway Systems

Author: International Correspondence Schools

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781021251824

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Originally published in the early twentieth century, Electric Railway Systems is a comprehensive guide to the construction and operation of electric railways. The book covers topics such as power generation, track design, signaling and safety systems, and maintenance and repair. It is intended as a practical reference for engineers and technicians working in the field, and includes numerous diagrams and illustrations to aid in understanding. This book is a fascinating look at a transportation technology that transformed urban life in the early twentieth century. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

How Railway Systems Work
How Railway Systems Work

Author: Jongpil Nam

Publisher: AuthorHouse

Published: 2014-09-04

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13: 1496990110

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Railway systems are full of amazing scientific principles and elaborate plans. This book introduces the basic concepts of railways and their systems. And this book will answer most of your questions: ? How does a train overcome centrifugal force at a curve? ? How do vehicle bogies increase passenger’s comfort? ? How does a hybrid vehicle use two energy sources? ? How do some trains go up mountains? ? How does a train transfer to another track?