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A diesel engine - bigger but no different from the ones in cars and trucks ...
drives an electric generator,
which powers the motors connected to the wheels.
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How does an electric locomotive develop power?
same way as diesel locomotive, sort of
How does a diesel locomotive develop power?
A diesel locomotive is actually a hybrid engine. The diesel engine generates electricity, which is transferred from a motor to the wheels.
What is an explanation for how a modern diesel or electric locomotive develops power?
Modern diesel electric motors are actually hybrids engines. The electric motor is used whenever possible to conserve fuel, and the diesel engine provided power for hill climbs and acceleration,
How much power does a diesel locomotive generate?
A typical diesel locomotive generates about 4000 horsepower. The loads are so heavy that many trains and can have up to four locomotives.
What is a diesel-electric power plant?
A diesel electric power plant is an engine that powers electric motors. The motors actually operate the machinery such as a locomotive.
Is there any difference between a locomotive and a steam train?
A locomotive (also called an engine) is a vehicle that provides the power to pull (or push) a train. As well as the locomotive, the train consist of the vehicles which actually contain what is being transported. These can be either freight wagons, or passenger carriages. Locomotives are classified depending on how they are powered. The first locomotives were steam powered (a 'steam engine'), modern locomotives are either powered by electricity or by a diesel engine (an 'electric locomotive' or a 'diesel locomotive'). A steam train is a train which is being powered by a steam engine. Some passenger trains have diesel or electric motors under the carriages and do not need a separate locomotive.
What are major types of trains?
The three major types of trains are steam, electric, and diesel. Steam: The locomotive is powered by steam pressure. Traditionally, it is created by heating water using a coal-powered boiler. The boiler usually made up most of the locomotive. Electric: The locomotive is powered directly from an electric source to power it's electric engine. Either from an overhead wire or third rail that are both charged with high voltage power. Diesel: The locomotive is powered using diesel fuel to power the locomotive engine or prime mover. A common use of this fuel is diesel-electric. This is where the prime mover powers a generator that stores electric power that is then sent to electric motors known as "traction motors" mounted on each train axle that turn the wheels.
Most trains are powered by what?
There are two major types of modern locomotives. Electric, and Diesel-Electric. Electric locomotives are very popular in some countries, and likewise for diesel-electric. Electric locomotives take in electricity via an overhead wire or a third rail that carries this electricity which is then in turn used to power electrical motors on the axles of the locomotive to move the train. Diesel-electric is identical, but electricity is not directly supplied. The locomotive is fueled with diesel which powers a large diesel engine that drives a generator that in turn drives electric motors on the axles of the locomotive. Think of it as a hybrid. An on-board generator that powers on-board electric motors.
What is the horse power of wdg 4 version of diesel locomotive of Indian railways?
4000 and 4500 BHP! There are two variants.
What are locomotives used for?
locomotives are used to propell railcars. They can be in a push or pull mode. Locomotives are generlly diesel or diesel electric. If a locomotive starts to lose its propullsion power it will require maintenance.
Does a diesel have more power than a gas motor?
A diesel has more power and torque at lower revs. Petrol engines need higher speed to develop power.
How much does a train locomotive cost?
I saw a very small Witcomb locomotive refurbished for a narrow gauge selling for $550,000.00. I would say a full size locomotive would go for about anywhere from 1 to 3 million dollars. A brand new GE ES44AC would go for 2-3 million bucks
