Diesel-Electric Locomotives: How They Work, Use Energy, And Can Become More Efficient And Environmentally Sustainable
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Come along with us as we explore how diesel-electric locomotives actually work and penetrate the hush-hush world of locomotive fuel economy and energy efficiency. This beautifully illustrated, information-packed book, written by an energy expert, allows you to look under the hood of the most modern diesel-electric locomotives through an energy and environment lens. Here you can learn How every energy-related component of a contemporary diesel-electric locomotive works, including the diesel engine, alternator, rectifiers, inverters, traction motors, braking systems, auxiliaries, head-end power systems, and aerodynamics.. Locomotive fuel economy technologies and the energy efficiency performance measures kept confidential by the railroad industry. Locomotive Tier 4 emissions regulations, compliance technologies, and their impact on fuel economy. Meeting railroad environmental challenges with alternative fuels and locomotive motive power options.
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Diesel-Electric Locomotives: How They Work, Use Energy, And Can Become More Efficient And Environmentally Sustainable
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