Dick,
It is true that modern locomotives burn diesel to turn a generator to make
electric poser to turn the wheels, but I met some guys at a trade show that
are selling 'real' hybrid locomotives. These machines are used in switch
yards and have tiny diesel engines and big battery banks. They use
regenerative braking and the locos are nearly silent when running as they
are 100% battery powered when under way. The diesels are used only for
recharging and the whole thing is no good for long haul; without
regenerative braking, they are way less efficient. However, in the
switchyard, they offer 40% increase in operating economy and the joy of
nearly silent operation. Just another example of applying the right
technology in the right place at the right time.
Jim Webb
Chock Full O' Nuts
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From: owner-land-speed@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-land-speed@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dick J
Sent: Thursday, June 08, 2006 6:51 PM
To: Rich Fox; Ed Weldon
Cc: landspeed@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: E85, more questions
I understand that deisel locomotives are actually hybrid electric. the
diesel engines only run a generator which runs an electric motor which, in
turn, powers the locomotive. Maybe some new breakthrough in that
technology?
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