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Simplified and advanced modelling of traction control systems of heavy-haul locomotives
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posted on 2017-12-06, 00:00 authored by Maksym SpiryaginMaksym Spiryagin, Peter WolfsPeter Wolfs, F Szantoc, Colin ColeColin ColeImproving tractive effort is a very complex task in locomotive design. It requires the development of not only mechanical systems but also power systems, traction machines and traction algorithms. At the initial design stage, traction algorithms can be verified by means of a simulation approach. A simple single wheelset simulation approach is not sufficient because all locomotive dynamics are not fully taken into consideration. Given that many traction control strategies exist, the best solution is to use more advanced approaches for such studies. This paper describes the modelling of a locomotive with a bogie traction control strategy based on a co-simulation approach in order to deliver more accurate results. The simplified and advanced modelling approaches of a locomotive electric power system are compared in this paper in order to answer a fundamental question. Whatlevel of modelling complexity is necessary for the investigation of the dynamic behaviours of a heavy-haul locomotive running under traction? The simulation results obtained provide some recommendations on simulation processes and the further implementation of advanced and simplified modelling approaches.
Funding
Category 3 - Industry and Other Research Income
History
Volume
53Issue
5Start Page
672End Page
691Number of Pages
20eISSN
1744-5159ISSN
0042-3114Location
UKPublisher
Taylor & FrancisPublisher DOI
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Language
en-ausPeer Reviewed
- Yes
Open Access
- No
External Author Affiliations
Centre for Railway Engineering (2015- ); Downer Rail (N.S.W.); Institute for Resource Industries and Sustainability (IRIS);Era Eligible
- Yes