In France, d.c. traction has been adopted in order to be able to use single 3-phase distribution network for both traction and general power-supply purposes; results obtained by best electric locomotives as regards composition, weight and speed of trains, are such as can not be realized by steam traction, which is clearly shown by electrified lines of Orleans and Midi Railways.
Railway electrification in France
Electrification des chemins de fer Francais
World Power Conference Section Basel -- Meeting ; 1926 France
1926
29 pages
5 Figs.
Conference paper
English
© Metadata Copyright Elsevier B. V. All rights reserved.
France railway electrification
Engineering Index Backfile | 1952
France railway electrification
Engineering Index Backfile | 1952
Railway electrification in France
Engineering Index Backfile | 1929
Railway electrification in France
Engineering Index Backfile | 1932
Railway electrification in France
Engineering Index Backfile | 1929
|