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This paper considers the braking process of a mine diesel locomotive with hydrostatic mechanical transmission (HSMT) operating according to the "input differential" scheme. Braking process modeling involves four implementation methods. Identification and systematization of basic regularities in the distribution of power flows within a closed transmission contour in the process of braking have been performed with the help of software support developed by means of MatLab/Simulink. The simulation results of braking due to the hydrostatic transmission and the braking system during the movement of a diesel locomotive in the transport and traction ranges are presented in the form of graphical correlations. The process of theoretical studies of the braking process of a diesel locomotive with HSMT operating according to the "input differential" scheme has helped determine that, in terms of deceleration at the expense of a hydrostatic drive (HSD) and braking system while preserving kinematic engine-wheels connection, it is not permitted to implement this method of braking process as it is followed by excess of the allowable value of working pressure differential within HSD up to 2.8 times. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

To analyze the braking process of a mine diesel locomotive with hydrostatic- mechanical transmission (HSMT), a mathematical model has been developed. In contrast to available models, this one takes into consideration rules of changes in controlling the parameters of hydrostatic drive (HSD) and implementation methods for the braking process. Moreover, the model makes it possible to study changes in kinematic parameters, power parameters and energy parameters of HSMT under various conditions of a mine diesel locomotive operation. It has been determined that the use of HSMT operating according to the "output differential" scheme is possible, providing kinematic disconnection of the engine from the driving wheels (for emergency braking with complete stop of the diesel locomotive) or at the expense of HSD while preserving the kinematic connection between the engine and the wheels (for deceleration). Use of the braking system together with HSD or the braking system only while preserving the kinematic connection between the engine and the wheels will result in HSMT failure. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]