A hybrid propulsion system for a locomotive is disclosed. The hybrid propulsion system comprises: ground engaging elements associated with the locomotive; a prime mover for powering propulsion of the ground engaging elements; a traction motor associated with the ground engaging elements; a battery associated with the traction motor; and a controller. The controller includes a route dataset having a topography of a route of the locomotive. The controller is configured to: analyze the topography of the route and location of the locomotive; identify when the locomotive enters a geofence area; and activate a boost mode to discharge an electric energy stored in the battery to the traction motor to boost a tractive force of the ground engaging elements.


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    Title :

    HYBRID LOCOMOTIVE PROPULSION SYSTEM


    Contributors:
    WAIT KEITH (author)

    Publication date :

    2025-03-13


    Type of media :

    Patent


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English


    Classification :

    IPC:    B61C Lokomotiven , LOCOMOTIVES



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