Initial developments comprising Empty-Load change-over devices, slack adjusters, clasp brakes, etc, are reviewed which made possible running of 3200-ton trains without increasing braking distances over those obtaining with 2200-ton four-wheel-trains; incorporation of developments under study, such as higher brake ratios, improved rigging, composition brake shoes, etc, will enable vacuum brake to meet future transportation requirements of 6000- to 7000-ton trains at higher speeds.


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    Title :

    Vacuum braking of heavy freight trains on broad gauge, Indian railways


    Additional title:

    Instn Locomotive Engrs -- J


    Contributors:
    Mohan, C. (author)


    Publication date :

    1964


    Size :

    38 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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