Illustrated description of new generating system developed by Frigidaire Division of General Motors Corp, which avoids disadvantages of axle driven system, provides continuous supply of power, independent of locomotive or car movement, and has other advantages; includes 2-cycle. 3-cyl 60-hp Diesel engine, directly coupled to "split" alternator consisting of 10-kw low voltage generator and 15-kw high voltage generator. (p 110-2, 114, 200, 202, 204, 206, 208)


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    Title :

    Self-contained power unit for railway cars


    Additional title:

    Elec Mfg


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    Publication date :

    1947


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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