Principle features of commutation process and construction of traction motor commutators for railroad use; brush gear and brushes used on British Railways for traction motors; problems associated with interface action between brush and commutator; adjustment and setting of machine for best commutation; causes of flashover in d-c traction machinery and how to minimize its occurrence.


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    Title :

    Some design and service aspects of commutators and brush gear in traction service


    Additional title:

    Instn Locomotive Engrs -- J


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    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1966


    Size :

    61 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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