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2. Analysis of Power Electronic Traction Transformer under Non-Single Frequency PWM Control.
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Hou, Bingbing, Li, Yan, and Teng, Yun
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GALVANIC isolation ,PASSIVE components ,ELECTRONIC control ,MULTIPLEXING ,LOCOMOTIVES - Abstract
In the context of locomotive traction systems, the power electronic traction transformer (PETT) represents a pivotal component, fulfilling essential functions pertaining to electrical isolation and power control. The majority of existing PETT prototypes employ a combination of a cascade structure and an ISOP structure. The aforementioned scheme effectively reduces the voltage withstand level of the power devices on the input side, yet it also necessitates the utilisation of a greater number of power devices and passive components within the PETT. In order to further reduce the number of power devices used, this paper proposes a new cascaded PETT design. The proposed PETT will adopt a scheme combining a cascade structure and a hardware circuit multiplexing. This paper first analyses the operation principle of the new circuit under non-single frequency PWM control. It then derives the design equations for some hardware parameters and control circuits. Finally, it verifies the effectiveness of the proposed PETT through simulation analysis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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3. Multi-agent system-based framework for an intelligent management of competency building.
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Outay, Fatma, Jabeur, Nafaa, Bellalouna, Fahmi, and Al Hamzi, Tasnim
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COGNITIVE styles ,MULTIAGENT systems ,LOCOMOTIVES ,AUGMENTED reality ,CONSTRUCTION management - Abstract
To measure the effectiveness of learning activities, intensive research works have focused on the process of competency building through the identification of learning stages as well as the setup of related key performance indictors to measure the attainment of specific learning objectives. To organize the learning activities as per the background and skills of each learner, individual learning styles have been identified and measured by several researchers. Despite their importance in personalizing the learning activities, these styles are difficult to implement for large groups of learners. They have also been rarely correlated with each specific learning stage. New approaches are, therefore, needed to intelligently coordinate all the learning activities while self-adapting to the ongoing progress of learning as well as to the specific requirements and backgrounds of learners. To address these issues, we propose in this paper a new framework for an intelligent management of the competency building process during learning. Our framework is based on a recursive spiral Assess-Predict-Oversee-Transit model that is orchestrated by a multi-agent system. This system is particularly responsible of enabling smart transitions between learning stages. It is also responsible of assessing and predicting the process of competency building of the learner and, then, making the right decisions about the learning progress, accordingly. Results of our solution were demonstrated via an Augmented Reality app that we created using the Unity3D engine to train learners on Air Conditioner maintenance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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4. Suppression of carbody hunting for a locomotive caused by low wheel–rail contact conicity by optimising yaw damper location.
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Huang, Caihong, Dai, Huanyun, and Qu, Song
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HIGH speed trains , *LOCOMOTIVE models , *NONLINEAR analysis , *LINEAR statistical models , *LOCOMOTIVES , *ELECTRIC locomotives - Abstract
This study addresses the issue of carbody hunting in an electric locomotive induced by low wheel-rail contact conicity. The main objective is to mitigate this unstable motion by optimising the location of yaw dampers while ensuring bogie stability under high conicity conditions. A field test was first conducted to observe the carbody hunting behaviour, and a detailed locomotive dynamics model was then developed and validated using experimental data. The impact of yaw damper locations on locomotive stability was investigated, taking into consideration different carbody modes. The findings reveal the mechanism behind the deterioration of carbody stability due to the yaw damper installation angle and two installation layouts were proposed to enhance the carbody stability. Comparisons were then made with traditional solutions using both linear and nonlinear analysis, and experimental validation confirmed the effectiveness of the optimised yaw damper locations in improving carbody stability. This research highlights the importance of optimising the yaw damper's location to suppress carbody hunting, providing valuable insights for railway engineers and offering a promising solution for enhancing stability in high-speed train. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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5. 动车所运用检修 CR200J 动力集中动车组的 适应性改造与实践.
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付英东
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RAILROAD trains ,RAILROADS ,LOCOMOTIVES ,SUFFIXES & prefixes (Grammar) ,SPEED ,ELECTRIC multiple units - Abstract
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- 2024
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6. Modelling and Simulation of Traditional Craft Actions.
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Zabulis, Xenophon, Partarakis, Nikolaos, Demeridou, Ioannna, Bartalesi, Valentina, Pratelli, Nicolò, Meghini, Carlo, Nikolaou, Nikolaos, and Fallahian, Peiman
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FINITE element method ,LOCOMOTIVES ,ARCHETYPES ,TAXONOMY ,CLASSIFICATION - Abstract
The problem of modelling and simulating traditional crafting actions is addressed, motivated by the goals of craft understanding, documentation, and training. First, the physical entities involved in crafting actions are identified, physically, and semantically characterised, including causing entities, conditions, properties, and objects, as well as the space and time in which they occur. Actions are semantically classified into a taxonomy of four classes according to their goals, which are shown to exhibit similarities in their operation principles and utilised tools. This classification is employed to simplify the create archetypal simulators, based on the Finite Element Method, by developing archetypal simulators for each class and specialising them in craft-specific actions. The approach is validated by specialising the proposed archetypes into indicative craft actions and predicting their results in simulation. The simulated actions are rendered in 3D to create visual demonstrations and can be integrated into game engines for training applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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7. 铁路机车制动缸用主动润滑型 Y 形橡胶 密封圈的研制.
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陈 慧, 单 鹏, and 杜洪琴
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ACRYLONITRILE ,BRAKE systems ,RUBBER ,LOCOMOTIVES ,PETROLEUM - Abstract
Copyright of China Rubber Industry is the property of Editorial Office of China Rubber Industry and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2024
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8. Enhanced algorithm for predictive maintenance to detect turbocharger overspeed in diesel engine rail vehicles.
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Davidyan, Gabriel, Klein, Renata, and Bortman, Jacob
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TURBOCHARGERS , *ROTATIONAL motion , *ALGORITHMS , *AUTOMOBILE engines (Diesel) , *DIESEL motors , *LOCOMOTIVES - Abstract
The reliability and safety of locomotives is crucial for efficient train operation. Repeated turbocharger failures in Israel Railways locomotive fleet have raised serious safety concerns. An investigation into the failures revealed that the uncontrolled acceleration and overspeed transients of the turbocharger shaft occurred before the failure. Early detection of potential turbocharger failures by predicting overspeed conditions is critical to the safety and reliability of locomotives. In this study, an enhanced novel algorithm for estimating the Instantaneous Angular Speed (IAS) of the turbocharger and diesel engines is presented to overcome the challenges of transient operating conditions of diesel engines. Using adaptive dephasing, the algorithm effectively isolates critical asynchronous vibration components that are crucial for the early detection of turbocharger failures. This algorithm is suitable for non-stationary speeds and is applicable to any range of rotational speed and rate of change. The algorithm requires the input of the basic parameters of the system, while all other parameters that control the process are determined automatically. The algorithm was developed specifically for the special operating conditions of diesel engines and improves predictive maintenance and operational reliability. The method is robust as it correlates between several characteristic frequencies of the rotating parts of the system. The algorithm was verified and validated with simulated and experimental data. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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9. Thermoeconomic Evaluation of a High-Performance Solar Biogas Polygeneration System.
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Moreira, José Luciano Batista, Marques, Adriano da Silva, Lago, Taynara Geysa Silva do, Arruda, Victor Carlos de Lima, and Carvalho, Monica
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LOCOMOTIVES , *OPERATING costs , *HOT water , *ENERGY industries , *WASTE gases , *COOLING systems , *CHILLED water systems - Abstract
Because of the higher efficiencies achieved by polygeneration systems compared with conventional generation systems, they have been increasingly adopted to reduce the consumption of resources and consequent environmental damage. Heat dissipated by equipment can be harnessed and reused in a cascade manner. This study applies the Theory of Exergetic Cost (TEC), a thermoeconomic approach, to a high-performance polygeneration system. The system includes a biogas-fueled internal combustion engine, a water–ammonia absorption refrigeration system driven by the engine's exhaust gases, and a set of photovoltaic panels with a cooling system coupled to solar panels and a hot water storage tank. The pieces of equipment are dimensioned and selected according to the energy demands of a hotel. Then, the temperature, pressure, and energy flows are established for each point of the system. Mass, energy, and exergy balances are developed to determine exergy flows and efficiencies. The main component in terms of exergy and operation costs is the engine, which consumes 0.0613 kg/s of biogas, produces 376.80 kW of electricity, and provides thermal energy for the refrigeration system (101.57 kW) and the hot water tank (232.55 kW), considering the average operating regime throughout the day. The levelized costs are 2.69 USD/h for electricity, 1.70 USD/h for hot water (thermal energy tank), and 1.73 USD/h for chilled water (absorption chiller). The thermoeconomic diagnosis indicated that the hot water tank and the engine are the most sensitive to changes in the maintenance factor. Reducing operating expenses by 20% for the tank and engine lowers energy costs by 10.75% for the tank and 9.81% for the engine. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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10. Natural language processing algorithms for domain-specific data extraction in material science: Reseractor.
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Gupta, Antrakrate, Mittal, Divyansh, Goel, Ojsi, and Jha, Shikhar Krishn
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NATURAL language processing , *LOCOMOTIVES , *MATERIALS science , *IMAGE analysis , *PERIODICAL articles , *DATA extraction - Abstract
With the advent of several tools and web engines trained for finding journal articles out of billions of research papers on millions of topics in different databases with a high degree of generalizability, it often leads to a loss of specificity. Scientific pursuits need a tool to extract data from selected resources for performing domain-specific tasks. Current algorithms and generalized tools lack specificity and are challenged by errors in analysing data from a bundle of specific documents selected eclectically. Current work addresses the need for such a tool, which focuses on specificity based on users' input keywords and phrases to find relevant information from bundles of articles from the web. Reseractor is based on a customized algorithm, Whitespace, in synergy with output from open-access tools for document image analysis and focused domain data extraction using NLP. The current tool is designed for the material science domain with the features of adopting various generalized and scientific corpora as layers. It is tested on two sets of different bundles of papers and gives an accuracy of 81.12% along with a recall of 78.38% and a precision of 84.06%. Owing to the simple and direct applicability of algorithms, users from other domains can directly use their corpora in algorithms and remodel the tool for their purpose. Current work fulfills the need for domain-specific experimental data extraction stored in organized and structured databases for upcoming computational researchers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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11. Fast Detection of the Stick–Slip Phenomenon Associated with Wheel-to-Rail Sliding Using Acceleration Sensors: An Experimental Study.
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Popa, Gabriel, Andrei, Mihail, Tudor, Emil, Vasile, Ionuț, and Ilie, George
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DETECTORS ,TORQUE ,COMPUTER simulation ,LOCOMOTIVES ,AXLES - Abstract
The stick–slip phenomenon, the initial stage when the traction wheel starts sliding on the rail, is a critical operation that needs to be detected quickly to control the traction drive. In this study, we have developed an experimental model that uses acceleration sensors mounted on the wheel to evaluate the amplitude of the stick–slip phenomena. These sensors can alert the driver or assist the traction control unit when a stick–slip occurs. We propose a method to reduce the amplitude of the stick–slip phenomenon using special hydraulic dampers and viscous dampers mounted on the tractive axles of the locomotive to prevent slipping during acceleration. This practical solution, validated through numerical simulation, can be readily implemented in railway systems. The paper's findings can be used to select the necessary sensors and corresponding vibration dampers. By implementing these sliding reducers, a locomotive can significantly improve traction, apply more torque to the wheel, and increase the load of a carrier train, instilling confidence in the efficiency of the proposed solution. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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12. Expanded scope of application of wheel stops
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V. I. Marshev, I. N. Voronin, and D. P. Markov
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locomotives ,multiple unit rolling stock ,lightweight wheel stops ,braking characteristics ,peculiarities of application on hauls ,Railroad engineering and operation ,TF1-1620 - Abstract
Introduction. The paper considers equipping rolling stock with new lightweight wheel stops of increased reliability, as well as the use of the drag shoes on space intervals, including abnormal situations.Materials and methods. The authors performed field tests to compare the performance of lightweight wheel stops TM 37.10.2016 and hump drag shoes 8739.00. The paper determined the tractive force for moving a empty car train and loaded car train equipped with drag shoes.Results. The paper analyses the securing of railway rolling stock with wheel stops on space intervals with different gradients and different weights of trailing rolling stock. The paper describes the developed methodology of emergency withdrawal of a multiple unit rolling stock with a wedged wheel pair using wheel stops and determines the ultimate sliding distance of the wedged wheel pair compared to the hump drag shoes. The paper established that withdrawing the electric rolling stock from the space interval with the wedged wheel pair requires 4 times more wheel stops than the hump drag shoes.Discussion and conclusion. The authors shown that traction rolling stock permits the practical replacement of hump drag shoes 8739.00 currently in use with wheel stops TM 37.10.2016. The braking characteristics of wheel stops and hump drag shoes only differ during the short initial period of paint abrasion on the rubbing surface of the wheel stop skids. Since the drag shoes for rolling stock are intended for emergency, their rubbing surface must not be painted.
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13. ON THE WAYSIDE: Monitoring from beside the track
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McLawhorn, Jennifer
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Locomotives ,Business ,Transportation industry - Abstract
In previous spotlights from RT&S, we focused heavily on maintenance machines, located both on and off the track, to take care of track-related issues as they occur. In terms of [...]
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- 2024
14. Shoot the age of steam: Wendy Evans stokes the boiler and sets off to explore the photographic possibilities at a heritage railway museum
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Railroads ,Heating -- Equipment and supplies ,Museums ,Locomotives - Abstract
Most people have heard of Stephenson's Rocket, the steam locomotive designed and built in 1829, but Robert Stephenson didn't actually invent the first steam engine. That honou r went to [...]
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- 2024
15. Tones Behind The Tracks: 'Driving the locomotive' in new supergroup Parlor Greens might be Seattle soul man Jimmy Scratch James' finest hour yet
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Locomotives ,Music - Abstract
Pull up a barstool in any Seattle club and every night you'll see a different incarnation of Jimmy Scratch James step onto the boards. Renowned for his sweet right hand [...]
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- 2024
16. OUTSTANDING TRAINING INITIATIVES: Each year, Training magazine requires all Training Hall of Famers to submit an Outstanding Training Initiative that we share with our readers. Here are the details of BNSF Railway's Tier IV Locomotive Virtual Reality Training and Booz Allen Hamilton's AI Ready Training Program
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Booz Allen Hamilton Inc. ,Business consultants ,Railroads ,Virtual reality ,Locomotives ,Consulting services ,Periodicals ,Virtual reality technology ,Business, general ,Business ,Education ,Human resources and labor relations - Abstract
BNSF RAILWAY: TIER IV LOCOMOTIVE VR TRAINING BNSF Railway has 7,500 locomotives in its fleet. A 'Tier IV' engine refers to a category set by the Environmental Protection Agency to [...]
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17. Perth’s North British Railway engine shed.
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Griffiths, Roger and Hooper, John
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ENGINE houses (Railroads) ,LOCOMOTIVES ,MECHANICAL engineers ,BRICK building ,RAILROAD museums ,STEAM locomotives - Published
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18. Byways to Brecon.
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Darlaston, Robert
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DIESEL multiple units ,BRITISH kings & rulers ,LOCOMOTIVES ,INDUSTRIAL minerals ,RAILROAD travel ,RAILROAD tunnels ,VIADUCTS - Published
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19. In Colour 232:The Cranleigh line.
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LOCOMOTIVES ,FREIGHT traffic ,STEAM engines ,MEDICAL offices ,HOUSING development ,STEAM locomotives ,RAILROAD commuter service - Published
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20. PICTORIAL.
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RUNNING training ,TANKERS ,HISTORIC structures ,PIERS ,LOCOMOTIVES - Abstract
This article from Railways Illustrated features a collection of photographs showcasing various railway scenes. The images include a Class 484 EMU on Ryde Pier, repairs being carried out on the pier structure, a train on the Rylstone branch, an LNER Class 91 passing Eaton Lane, Avanti West Coast bi-mode sets in North Wales, Colas Rail's locomotives at Port Clarence, and Colas Rail's 43272 leading Network Rail's Plain Line Pattern Recognition train. The article provides a visual glimpse into different aspects of railway operations and infrastructure. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
21. NINA.
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GORDON, PHIL
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TRUCK purchasing ,DRIVE shafts ,MEXICANS ,LOCOMOTIVES ,PLASTIC surgery - Abstract
This article from Street Trucks features the story of Juan Portillo and his 2004 Chevy Silverado truck, which he purchased brand new and customized to his liking. After encountering setbacks with a shop closure, Juan enlisted the help of Jacob Stone and his team at Stone Custom Fab to bring his truck back to life. Over the course of several years, the truck underwent various modifications, including a bodydrop, custom frame, suspension upgrades, engine work, and interior enhancements. Despite the challenges, Juan persevered and was able to restore his vision with the support of his wife, friends, and family. The article also includes detailed specifications of the truck's chassis, engine, body/paint, interior, stereo, and wheels/tires. Juan named his truck "Nina" after a friend suggested it, and he accepted the name with pride. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
22. UNDERSPACE.
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Tarason, Dominic
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COMPACT bone ,HERMIT crabs ,LOCOMOTIVES ,SPACE stations ,LASER beams - Abstract
Underspace is a sci-fi sandbox space shooter/RPG game that combines elements of Freelancer with a unique and strange universe. The game features a backstory involving The Speaker, a legendary orator who shamed interdimensional conquerors with a 46-hour speech. The universe of Underspace is filled with bizarre creatures, such as floating crystals and giant lobsters that control the galactic economy. While the game is still in early access and has some rough edges, it offers a compelling and nostalgic experience for fans of old-school space games. Players can engage in trading, fighting, smuggling, and monster-slaying as they explore the universe. The game also includes boss battles and the ability to walk around space stations and planets in first-person perspective, interacting with NPCs and engaging in multi-choice dialogs. However, the game is still a work-in-progress, with unfinished voice acting, bugs, and performance issues. Despite these drawbacks, Underspace offers solid gameplay and an intriguing universe for players to explore. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
23. Derby Locomotive Works.
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Christie, Antony
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STEAM locomotives ,DIESEL multiple units ,LOCOMOTIVES ,ELECTRIC power production ,CLEAN rooms ,SENIOR leadership teams ,BUILDING repair - Abstract
The Derby Locomotive Works in Derby, UK, was a significant workshop that built and repaired steam and diesel locomotives. It played a crucial role in the construction, maintenance, and disposal of various locomotives and power cars. The works had dedicated areas for different tasks and additional units for various purposes. The text also discusses the Class 45 and 46 locomotives, known as "Peaks," which were used for both passenger and freight services in the UK. The text includes photographs and information on their preservation and availability as models for railway enthusiasts. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
24. A Skilled English Tradesman and the Early International Diffusion of Steamboat and Railway Technology: The life and career of William Harman (1804–1890), a study of individual adaptability and mobility.
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Robinson, Robb
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Mobile British artisans played a key role in the global diffusion of industrialization, taking their skills to Continental Europe and the USA. While research in recent decades among those who might be classed as minor innovators or tweakers has increased our knowledge and understanding of their contribution to this process, less is known about those skilled tradespeople who might be classed as implementers, in other words, those who proved capable of constructing, installing and operating new industrial plant and machinery but are not noted for their innovations. This article is the study of the life and context of William Harman, a highly mobile individual involved in the construction of steamships and locomotives and whose career took him from his home near Hull to France and across the United States as the frontier moved westwards. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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25. Relationship between quantitative physical activity and deterioration of locomotive function: a cross-sectional study using baseline data from a cohort.
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Tanabe, Hideki, Akai, Masami, Hayashi, Kunihiko, and Yonemoto, Koji
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PHYSICAL activity ,SEDENTARY behavior ,METABOLIC equivalent ,LOCOMOTIVES ,CROSS-sectional method - Abstract
Background: In aged society, health policies aimed at extending healthy life expectancy are critical. Maintaining physical activity is essential to prevent the deterioration of body functions. Therefore, it is important to understand the physical activity levels of the target age group and to know the content and intensity of the required physical activity quantitatively. Especially we focused the role of non-exercise activity thermogenesis and sedentary time, which are emphasized more than the introduction of exercise in cases of obesity or diabetes. Methods: A total of 193 patients from 25 institutions were included. Participants underwent a locomotive syndrome risk test (stand-up test, 2-step test, and Geriatric Locomotive Function Scale-25 questionnaire) and were classified into three stages. Physical activity was quantitatively monitored for one week with 3-axial accelerometer. Physical activity was classified into three categories; (1) Sedentary behavior (0 ∼ ≤ 1.5 metabolic equivalents (METs)), (2) Light physical activity (LPA:1.6 ∼ 2.9 METs), and (3) Moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA: ≥3 METs). We investigated the relationship between physical activity, including the number of steps, and the stages after gender- and age- adjustment. We also investigated the relationship between social isolation using Lubben's Social Network Scale (LSNS), as social isolation would lead to fewer opportunities to go out and less outdoor walking. Results: Comparison among the three stages showed significant difference for age (p = 0.007) and Body Mass Index (p < 0.001). After gender-and age-adjustment, there was a significant relation with a decrease in the number of steps (p = 0.002) and with MVPA. However, no relation was observed in sedentary time and LPA. LSNS did not show any statistically significant difference. Moderate to high-intensity physical activity and the number of steps is required for musculoskeletal disorders. The walking, not sedentary time, was associated to the locomotive stages, and this finding indicated the importance of lower extremity exercise. Conclusions: Adjusting for age and gender, the number of steps and moderate to vigorous activity levels were necessary to prevent worsening, and there was no effect of sedentary behavior. Merely reducing sedentary time may be inadequate for locomotive disorders. It is necessary to engage in work or exercise that moves lower extremities more actively. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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26. The Connected City of Ideas.
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Simpson, Robert Mark
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CITIES & towns , *TELECOMMUNICATION systems , *MARKETPLACES , *METAPHOR , *LOCOMOTIVES - Abstract
We should drop the marketplace of ideas as our go-to metaphor in free speech discourse and take up a new metaphor of the connected city. Cities are more liveable when they have an integrated mix of transport options providing their occupants with a variety of locomotive affordances. Similarly, societies are more liveable when they have a mix of communication platforms that provide a variety of communicative affordances. Whereas the marketplace metaphor invites us to worry primarily about authoritarian control over the content that circulates through our communication networks, the connected-city metaphor invites us to worry, more so, about the homogenization of the tools and formats through which we communicate. I argue that the latter worry demands greater attention under emerging technological conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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27. A multibody non-linear model of the post-derailment dynamics of a railway vehicle.
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Santelia, Matteo, Mazzeo, Francesco, Di Gialleonardo, Egidio, Melzi, Stefano, and Bruni, Stefano
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RAILROAD trains , *AXLES , *BENDING moment , *FINITE element method , *SCIENCE publishing , *LOCOMOTIVES , *STRUCTURAL models - Abstract
This paper presents a multibody model of the post-derailment dynamics of a railway vehicle and its impact with a derailment containment wall (DCW) built aside the line and demonstrates the use of the model in the context of the structural sizing of devices intended to mitigate derailment effects. With respect to existing multibody models of railway vehicle dynamics, the innovative features of this model are a new contact model capable to provide a plausible prediction of the derailment process despite a simple and computationally efficient formulation, and the model of the interaction between the derailed vehicle and the impacted derailment containment structure, the latter being described by a Finite Element Model. Results from the model are compared to an established multibody software for a non-derailment case, and then a comparison is performed with a measurement from a derailment experiment published in the scientific literature, finding in both cases satisfactory agreement. The model is then applied to analyse a derailment scenario caused by the sudden failure of an axle for a locomotive vehicle travelling at 300 km/h in a HS curve, deriving the peak values of the impact force and bending moment at the base of the derailment containment wall. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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28. Nieznany wykaz lokomotyw leśnych kolei wąskotorowych w Polsce z lat 1956-1970.
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Kozak, Bartosz
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LOCOMOTIVES ,NARROW gauge railroads ,RAILROAD gauges ,FORESTS & forestry ,STEAM engines ,DIESEL motors - Abstract
The article presents the contents of a recently discovered list detailing steam and diesel locomotives used in Poland from 1956 to 1970 on narrow-gauge railways of the State Forests. The document includes information such as the markings of individual locomotives, their manufacturers, production years, technical specifi cations, and operational history on specifi c forest railways. This information is presented in tabular format and supplemented with commentary on locomotive marking practices specifi c to forest railways, as well as a comprehensive literature review. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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29. Trading locomotives between the USA and Japan: Okura & Co. at the beginning of the twentieth century.
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Nakamura, Naofumi
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TRADING companies ,LOCOMOTIVES ,CONSULTING engineers ,INDUSTRIAL management - Abstract
This article examines international transactions related to steam locomotives at the beginning of the twentieth century while focusing on Japanese trading companies. In particular, it considers in detail how Japanese trading companies acquired the knowledge and know-how of locomotive trading to carry out their business transactions through a case study of Okura & Co.'s New York branch office. The analysis highlights the following three factors that supported Okura's locomotive trade in New York: first, the company took advantage of business opportunities by collecting information through networks of Japanese contacts in New York and local experts; second, it utilised social and technological infrastructure, including international communication lines, transportation, and financial systems, as key fundamentals of its overseas activities; third, a former oyatoi (hired foreigner) played a critical role as its consulting engineer. In particular, the overseas activities of Japanese trading companies drew heavily on formerly hired foreign engineers, whose technological knowledge and networks became an essential route of knowledge transfer in cross-regional commercial management. These will contribute to the evolution of history related to the starting points of global activities of Japanese trading companies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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30. Failure Analysis of the Faulty Locomotive Coil Spring.
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He, Guang and Wu, Wangping
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HELICAL springs , *FAILURE analysis , *INDUCTIVELY coupled plasma spectrometry , *LOCOMOTIVES , *FATIGUE cracks , *SPRING - Abstract
A certain locomotive coil spring was found to fracture prematurely after only 300,000 km of operation. This work employed a combination of experimental and finite element methods to analyze the failure reasons in detail. Firstly, fatigue crack originated from the first working coil adjacent to the support ring, and the fracture exhibited characteristics of low-cycle high-stress fatigue. Secondly, the chemical composition, microstructure, and microscopic morphology of the failed sample was characterized using inductively coupled plasma emission spectrometry, metallographic microscopy, and scanning electron microscopy, respectively. Mechanical properties of the spring were tested using a Rockwell hardness tester and a single-column pendulum-type impact testing machine. Chemical composition analysis of the failed spring indicated conformity to standards. Microscopic fracture analysis revealed quasi-cleavage fracture features, with noticeable fatigue striations and a small amount of ductile dimples were also found. In the absence of corrosion, the microstructure of the spring showed small secondary cracks and deformation marks near the crack source. Microstructures after corrosion revealed predominantly tempered troostite, and the spring's surface underwent an unexpected decarburization process, resulting in a fully decarburized layer with a depth of approximately 64 μm and a total decarburized layer depth of about 160 μm. The overall hardness of the failed spring was below the relevant technical specifications. Furthermore, based on the results of fracture analysis and finite element analysis, it was determined that the spring encountered abnormal conditions during its service period. Therefore, the premature failure of the spring occurred due to the combined effects of unexpected defects resulting from improper heat treatment and adverse service conditions. Finally, some suggestions and preventive measures are proposed for the spring. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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31. Improving the Energy Efficiency of Vehicles by Ensuring the Optimal Value of Excess Pressure in the Cabin Depending on the Travel Speed.
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Panfilov, Ivan, Beskopylny, Alexey N., and Meskhi, Besarion
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ENERGY consumption ,NAVIER-Stokes equations ,AIR pressure ,WIND tunnels ,VACATION homes ,LOCOMOTIVES ,AIRCRAFT cabins ,AIR flow - Abstract
This work is devoted to the study of gas-dynamic processes in the operation of climate control systems in the cabins of vehicles (HVAC), focusing on pressure values. This research examines the issue of assessing the required values of air overpressure inside the locomotive cabin, which is necessary to prevent gas exchange between the interior of the cabin and the outside air through leaks in the cabin, including protection against the penetration of harmful substances. The pressure boost in the cabin depends, among other things, on the external air pressure on the locomotive body, the power of the climate system fan, and the ratio of the input and output deflectors. To determine the external air pressure, the problem of train movement in a wind tunnel is considered, the internal and external fluids domain is considered, and the air pressure on the cabin skin is determined using numerical methods CFD based on the Navier–Stokes equations, depending on the speed of movement. The finite-volume modeling package Ansys CFD (Fluent) was used as an implementation. The values of excess internal pressure, which ensures the operation of the climate system under different operating modes, were studied numerically and on the basis of an approximate applied formula. In particular, studies were carried out depending on the speed and movement of transport, on the airflow of the climate system, and on the ratio of the areas of input and output parameters. During a numerical experiment, it was found that for a train speed of 100 km/h, the required excess pressure is 560 kPa, and the most energy-efficient way to increase pressure is to regulate the area of the outlet valves. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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32. Reinforcement of DC Electrified Railways by a Modular Battery Energy Storage System.
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da Silveira Brito, Erick Matheus, Ladoux, Philippe, Fabre, Joseph, and Sonier, Benoit
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BATTERY storage plants ,ENERGY storage ,RAILROAD electrification ,RAILROAD traffic ,ELECTRIC potential ,LOCOMOTIVES ,POWER resources - Abstract
DC railway electrification was deployed at the beginning of the 20th century in several countries in Europe. Today, this power system is no longer adapted to the demands of increased rail traffic. Due to the relatively low voltage level, the current consumed by the trains reaches several kAs. So, in the worst case, the locomotives cannot operate at their rated power due to the voltage drop along the contact line. Conventional solutions to reduce the voltage drop consist of increasing the cross-section of overhead lines or reducing the length of sectors by installing additional substations. Nevertheless, these solutions are expensive and not always feasible. The implementation of a Modular Battery Energy Storage System (MBESS) can be an alternative solution to reinforce the railway power supply. This paper first presents an MBESS based on elementary blocks associating Full-SiC Isolated DC-DC converter and battery racks. The electrical models of a railway sector and an elementary block are described, and simulations are performed considering real railroad traffic on two sectors of the French National Rail Network, electrified at 1.5 kV. The results show that the installation of an MBESS in the railway sector boosts the locomotive's voltage while also increasing overall system efficiency. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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33. Remaining life prediction of locomotive wheel based on two-stage stochastic Wiener process.
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QI Jinping, LIU Xiaoyu, and YAN Daqiang
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WIENER processes ,STOCHASTIC processes ,WHEELS ,LOCOMOTIVES ,SERVICE life ,PARAMETER estimation ,QUANTILE regression - Abstract
To study the problems related to two-stage degradation characteristics of locomotive wheels, a two-stage Wiener process-based method for predicting the remaining service life was proposed. The wheel rim degradation model was established by using a two-stage Wiener process model, and the individual differences in the wheel degradation process were characterized by the random drift coefficient. The expectation maximum (EM) algorithm and Bayesian theory were used to achieve offline parameter estimation and online updating of the degradation model parameters. The change point in the wheel degradation process was determined and found via the Schwarz information criterion (SIC). Finally, an example of wheel rim degradation data from a certain locomotive was used for validation. The results show that, compared with the single-stage degradation model, the two-stage degradation model considering the change point is more in line with the field reality, and the prediction accuracy at 80% of the life quantile of the wheel is improved by 9.42%. The prediction of the remaining service life can provide a certain theoretical basis for the optimization of the wheel turning cycle. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
34. Evaluation the Aerodynamic Drag Force of CC201 and CC203 Locomotives by CFD Simulation.
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Widyanto, Susilo Adi, Suprihanto, Agus, and Narawangsa, Irfan Ghazy
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DRAG (Aerodynamics) ,LOCOMOTIVES ,COMPUTATIONAL fluid dynamics ,ANSYS (Computer system) ,OPERATING costs - Abstract
Trains are a very important mode of transportation for freight and passengers in Indonesia. This encourages PT KAI, which is a train operator in Indonesia, to improve its performance. Currently PT KAI uses several types of locomotives. CC201 locomotives made in 1977-1978 and CC203 made in 1995 are locomotives that are still widely operated. Fuel consumption is one of the components of train operating costs, the percentage of which reaches more than 30%. Railroad fuel consumption is strongly influenced by various factors, one of which is the aerodynamic performance of the locomotive. This study presents an evaluation of the aerodynamic performance of CC201 and CC203 locomotives. The research stages include direct measurement of locomotive geometry and dimensions, CAD drawing creation using SoildWorks and aerodynamic evaluation using ANSYS software. The simulation results show that the flat front design of the CC201 locomotive has greater aerodynamic resistance. This can be seen from the pressure contours and turbulence around the locomotive body. This causes the drag force of the CC201 locomotive to be 44% greater than that of the CC203 locomotive. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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35. A GEOPOLITICS OF THE DIASPORA OF BRITISH ENGINEERS IN SOUTH AMERICA IN THE FIRST HALF OF THE 20th CENTURY: THE CASES OF THE INSTITUTION OF LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEERS CENTRE IN ARGENTINA.
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RODRÍGUEZ ORTIZ, JORGE ALONSO
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STEAM locomotives ,ELECTRIC locomotives ,ENGINEERS ,MECHANICAL engineers ,LOCOMOTIVES ,DIASPORA ,GEOPOLITICS ,RAILROAD terminals - Published
- 2024
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36. Guiding Lunar Landers: Harnessing Neural Networks for Dynamic Flight Control with Adaptive Inertia and Mass Characteristics.
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Ortega, Angel Guillermo, Enriquez-Fernandez, Andres, Gonzalez, Cristina, Flores-Abad, Angel, Choudhuri, Ahsan, and Shirin, Afroza
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ADAPTIVE control systems ,COMPUTATIONAL fluid dynamics ,CENTER of mass ,LOCOMOTIVES ,STORAGE tanks - Abstract
The autonomous control of landing procedures can provide the efficiency and precision that are vital for the successful, safe completion of space operations missions. Controlling a lander with this precision is challenging because the propellants, which will be expended during the operations, represent a significant fraction of the lander's mass. The mass variation of each tank profoundly influences the inertia and mass characteristics as thrust is generated and complicates the precise control of the lander state. This factor is a crucial consideration in our research and methodology. The dynamics model for our lander was developed where the mass, inertia, and center of mass (COM) vary with time. A feed-forward neural network (NN) is incorporated into the dynamics to capture the time-varying inertia tensor and COM. Moreover, the propellant takes time to travel through the feed lines from the storage tanks to the engine; also, the solenoid valves require time to open and close. Therefore, there are time delays between the actuator and the engine response. To take into account these sources of variations, a combined time delay is also included in the control loop to evaluate the effect of delays by fluid and mechanisms on the performance of the controller. The time delay is estimated numerically by a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) model. As part of the lander's control mechanism, a thrust vector control (TVC) with two rotational gimbals and a reaction control system (RCS) are incorporated into the dynamics. Simple proportional, integral, and derivative (PID) controllers are designed to control the thrust, the gimbal angles of the TVC, and the torque required by the RCS to manipulate the lander's rotation and altitude. A complex mission with several numerical examples is presented to verify the hover and rotational motion control. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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37. Improvement of diagnostics and analysis of malfunction of the crankshaft of locomotive power plants.
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Khamidov, Otabek Rustamovich, Kudratov, Shohijakhon Ikhtiyorovich, Turdimurodov, Bobur Chori-Ugli, and Norbotayeva, Mohira Chori-Qizi
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DIESEL motor combustion , *INTERNAL combustion engines , *POWER plants , *DIESEL motors , *DIESEL locomotives , *LOCOMOTIVES , *COMBINED cycle power plants , *DIESEL electric power-plants - Abstract
The article analyzes effective methods and methods of technical diagnostics of diesel internal combustion engines, highlights the most promising of them. A list of priority parameters of the technical condition to be diagnosed under operating conditions is determined. The purpose of the article is to show the main direction in the development of means, methods and techniques for technical diagnostics of the crankshaft of diesel engines. The diagnostic support of an object is a set of rules and methods for studying the object of diagnosis, which ensure the creation and effective use of a unit or assembly. The development of diagnostic support for diesel locomotive systems makes it possible to obtain the basic information necessary to select and determine the methods and means of diagnosing, to adapt them to performing diagnostic operations and organizing a diagnosing system. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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38. 机车电传动
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railway transport ,locomotives ,rail transit ,vehicles ,electric drives ,Railroad engineering and operation ,TF1-1620 - Published
- 2024
39. Examining Autonomous Track Geometry Testing and Instrumented Revenue Vehicle Technology
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Tuzik, Bob
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Norfolk Southern Corp. ,Railroads ,Locomotives ,Business ,Transportation industry - Abstract
A pair of speakers from different continents discussed the benefits of autonomous track geometry collection and the advantages of monitoring revenue-service vehicles' response to track conditions at the 2022 Wheel/Rail [...]
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- 2024
40. Approaches to Improving the Locomotive Maintenance Organization System Through the Introduction of Reliability Centered Maintenance
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Ochkasov, Oleksandr, Ocheretniuk, Maksym, Petrenko, Viačeslav, Kacprzyk, Janusz, Series Editor, Prentkovskis, Olegas, Series Editor, Yatskiv (Jackiva), Irina, editor, Skačkauskas, Paulius, editor, Karpenko, Mykola, editor, and Stosiak, Michał, editor
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- 2024
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41. Methodologies to Distinguish Locomotive Types Based on the Measured Geometry
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Zakharenko, Mariia, Frøseth, Gunnstein T., Rönnquist, Anders, Walber, Chad, editor, Stefanski, Matthew, editor, and Seidlitz, Stephen, editor
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- 2024
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42. Upgrade a BRASS STREAM LOCOMOTIVE.
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Hall, Peter
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STEAM locomotives ,BRASS ,PRAIRIES ,LOCOMOTIVES ,ROADS - Abstract
The article in Model Railroader details the process of upgrading an HO scale NorthWest Short Line 2-6-2 steam locomotive to match Milwaukee Road No. 943 for a layout. The project involved improving running quality and details with input from experts, including motor replacement and gearbox adjustments. Despite challenges, the upgraded locomotive was able to pull more cars with less power draw and ran cooler, showcasing successful enhancements. The article provides insights into the intricate process of repairing and improving model steam locomotives for optimal performance on layouts with tight curves, highlighting the dedication and expertise required in model railroading. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
43. Surprises at Parkstone.
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Boocock, Colin
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EXPRESS trains ,WATER softening ,LOCOMOTIVES ,BUILDING layout ,RAILROAD trains ,STEAM locomotives - Published
- 2024
44. Great Northern and North Eastern travels in Yorkshire.
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Dangerfield, Richard
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CITY dwellers ,DIESEL multiple units ,LOCOMOTIVES ,RAILROAD museums ,PRIMARY school teachers ,STEAM locomotives - Published
- 2024
45. Fleet survey: Class 66s Part 2.
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Clinnick, Richard
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DIESEL locomotives ,FUEL tanks ,WEATHER ,LOCOMOTIVES ,RUNNING training ,STEAM locomotives - Published
- 2024
46. BULLEID'S 'Leader': Of all the attempts to improve and update the conventional steam locomotive Bulleid's 'Leader' was amongst the boldest - yet it was never fully developed.
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GREEN-HUGHES, EVAN
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LOCOMOTIVES ,STEAM locomotives ,MECHANICAL engineers ,ELECTRIC locomotives ,DIESEL locomotives - Abstract
Bulleid's 'Leader' was an innovative steam locomotive design that aimed to improve efficiency and update conventional locomotives. Designed by Oliver Bulleid, the 'Leader' featured a unique articulated design with a driving position at both ends. However, the design had flaws and faced numerous challenges during construction and testing. Ultimately, the project was abandoned, and only one locomotive was completed before being taken out of the test program. Despite its shortcomings, the 'Leader' represents a bold experiment in locomotive development and offers a glimpse into what the future of steam locomotives could have been. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
47. Comparative analysis of ultrasonic control sensitivity in using straight and angle piezoelectric transducers of different manufacturers on the example of flaw detector UD2-102 Peleng
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A. G. Otoka and O. V. Kholodilov
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cars ,locomotives ,ultrasonic flaw detector ,piezoelectric transducer ,sensitivity ,reflector ,straight and angle transducer ,insertion angle ,cylindrical lateral artificial reflector ,Railroad engineering and operation ,TF1-1620 - Abstract
Introduction. Railway transport has ultrasonic control as one of the main methods of detection of defects of the type of continuity violation (cracks, pores and others) both in the base metal and in weld seams of various items. Ultrasonic control tools primarily include a flaw detector with piezoelectric transducers. Piezoelectric transducers are usually supplied with the flaw detector depending on the general or specialized configuration. Flaw detector manufacturers often offer the customer their own piezoelectric transducer kits for certain device configurations with installed software referring to incompatibility of other manufacturers piezoelectric transducers with the electronic unit. The article is intended to carry out a comparative analysis of ultrasonic control sensitivity using straight and angle transducers of different manufacturers, and to compare the results with the control sensitivity using piezoelectric transducers traditionally used on the railways.Materials and methods. The paper gives the results of testing the sample using Flaw Detector UD2-102 Peleng produced by Altek LLC. Industrial oil I-20 was used as a contact fluid. The authors compared the following piezoelectric transducers: straight (made by Altek LLC and NPO INAKON (Russia)) and angle (Altek LLC (Russia), Iskatel-2 LLC (Russia) and SIUI (China)).Results. The paper reports the results of an experiment detecting artificial reflectors in the form of through cylindrical side holes in a sample of 20GL steel by straight and angle piezoelectric transducers of different manufacturers using Flaw Detector UD2-102 Peleng.Discussion and conclusion. Connection of other manufacturers transducers to Flaw Detector UD2-102 Peleng of Altek LLC confirmed that they are compatible with the electronic unit. Thus, given the choice of a wide selection of piezoelectric converters from various manufacturers, the requirement of coordination with the electronic unit of Flaw Detector UD2-102 may be neglected. At the same time, it is important that the manufacturer stipulates the joint use of its product with other types of flaw detectors.
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- 2024
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48. Reducing power line interference with the continuous automatic cab signalling channel
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R. R. Yusupov and A. S. Khokhrin
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locomotives ,automatic cab signalling ,quadrature receiver ,noise immunity ,non-linear signal transformation ,high-voltage power line ,harmonic interference ,Railroad engineering and operation ,TF1-1620 - Abstract
Introduction. Interference in the continuous automatic cab signalling channel distorts transmitted signals and causes signalling malfunctions. Reduction of interference in the channel involved a previously proposed receiver with quadrature channels and its implementations with non-linear signal transformation in one or two sections of the receiver. The research is intended to find the best implementations of the quadrature receiver.Materials and methods. The research uses a computer simulation of the operation of the studied receivers under the influence of harmonic interference from a power line. For this purpose, the authors used Simulink visual programming environment and developed receiver simulations, applied the harmonic interference simulation model and conducted experiments to assess noise immunity expressed as a time interval showing receiver malfunction.Results. The researchers determined the effect of non-linear signal transformation on the harmonic noise immunity of the receivers.Discussion and conclusion. The research shows that the receiver with a deadband is the most preferable of all considered variants of quadrature receivers in terms of maximum harmonic noise immunity. The receiver with combined interference suppressor and deadband is slightly inferior.
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- 2024
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49. TROUBLE ON TRACKS
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Railroads ,Locomotives ,Business, international - Abstract
UPFRONT RAILWAYS TROUBLE ON TRACKS By Avishek G. Dastidar On a September morning this year, between the quaint railway stations of Chikalthan and Karmad in Maharashtra, the locomotive of the [...]
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- 2024
50. OptiFuel Systems Unveils New Line of Class 1 Locomotive Fleet Using a Diesel-RNG Dual Fuel 'No Tender' Solution
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Energy efficiency ,Locomotives ,Arts and entertainment industries - Abstract
OptiFuel Systems reported a new line of Total-Zero Diesel Hybrid and Total-Zero Diesel-RNG Dual Fuel Hybrid Series Locomotives. The company said production and delivery expected in 2026 and either model [...]
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- 2024
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