5. Architecture of thermal traction equipment
5.1 Checkout installation
We distinguish between high-powered – locomotives – and small and medium-powered self-propelled vehicles.
SCROLL TO TOP5.1.1 Diesel engine and transmission
On a locomotive, the diesel engine is the heaviest and largest component. If the criterion of availability in the event of common-mode failure is paramount, two diesel engines can be arranged to ensure degraded performance. In the case of a single engine, it must be located in the center of the body; in the case of two engines,...
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