Problems that have arisen in maintenance of electrified sections of South African Railways with particular reference to overhead equipment of track; experience gained on two similar suburban services, operating at 1500 and 3000 v respectively; object is to contribute towards elimination of design features which prove costly and troublesome in long term operation. (See also - discussion p 109-12)


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    Title :

    Some railway and electric traction problems in South Africa


    Additional title:

    S African Inst Elec Engrs -- Trans


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1950


    Size :

    13 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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