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Electric Drives for Traction, Electric Vehicle and Aeronautical Applications

Topics Discussed
  • ❖ Traction Application
  • ❖ Design/Application Specific Requirements and Characteristics
  • ❖ Pantograph
  • ❖ Electric Vehicle Application and Types
  • ❖ New European Drive Cycle
  • ❖ Batteries
  • ❖ Aeronautical Application
  • ❖ Types
  • ❖ Power Converters

10.1 Introduction

Traction applications including electric trains and vehicles are vital in establishing transportation between different parts of the world.

In recent times, electric motor drives are being increasingly tested for aeronautical applications as an alternate for turbine engines.

This chapter discusses about the essential parts of electric trains and cars, their load profile, types of electric motors ...

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