Communications - Scientific Letters of the University of Zilina 2015, 17(11):23-27 | DOI: 10.26552/com.C.2015.1A.23-27

Impact of Parallel Operation of AC Traction Motors on Locomotive Performance

Matej Pacha1, Jiri Stepanek2
1 Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Zilina, Slovakia
2 CZ LOKO, a.s., Ceska Trebova, Czech Republic

Presented paper deals with common problems of parallel operation of AC traction motors and presents some methods to investigate the basic impacts of the concept. A complex simulation model is introduced as well as results of simulations. Based on the results, a conclusion is made on locomotive performance impact.

Keywords: traction drive; AC traction motor; parallel operation; tilting; adhesion

Published: April 30, 2015  Show citation

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Pacha, M., & Stepanek, J. (2015). Impact of Parallel Operation of AC Traction Motors on Locomotive Performance. Communications - Scientific Letters of the University of Zilina, 17(1A), 23-27. doi: 10.26552/com.C.2015.1A.23-27
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