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The locomotives, (Electric Mules) are used to pull ships through the locks of the canal. Also due to the very close fit of the largest ships (like the panamax tankers), the locomotives work together to maintain ship position within the width of the locks. sometimes there are only inches to spare on each side.
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What are the small electric locomotives on the Panama canal for?
They are used to bring the workers through the canal. yay i feel smart! me to!!
What are the small electric locomotives on the Panama used for?
They are used to bring the workers through the canal. yay i feel smart! me to!!
What are the small electric locomotives on the canal used for.?
The locomotives, (Electric Mules) are used to pull ships through the locks of the canal. Also due to the very close fit of the largest ships (like the panamax tankers), the locomotives work together to maintain ship position within the width of the locks. sometimes there are only inches to spare on each side.
What are the small electric locomotive on the canal used for?
The locomotives, (Electric Mules) are used to pull ships through the locks of the canal. Also due to the very close fit of the largest ships (like the panamax tankers), the locomotives work together to maintain ship position within the width of the locks. sometimes there are only inches to spare on each side.
Why diesel engine is not used in small locomotives?
I am not an expert but my understanding is the electromotive configuration is better suited to locomotives. An internal combustion engine is used to run a generator or alternator and the electricity then runs the electric motors that drive the wheels. +++ The diesel engine IS used in small locomotives, usually with a hydraulic transmission. Larger locomotives use either electric or hydraulic drives but the prime mover is still a diesel engine.
Why is diesel electric used on locomotives?
Diesel electric is used on locomotives because the diesel electric system is much cleaner and quieter and more efficient than the old steam locomotives. The diesel fuel is used to run a generator which produces electric power which is used to power the electromagnetic drive motors mounted on the locomotives axles!
What are locomotives used for?
locomotives are used to propell railcars. They can be in a push or pull mode. Locomotives are generlly diesel or diesel electric. If a locomotive starts to lose its propullsion power it will require maintenance.
Where were locomotives used?
Locomotives were and are used for pulling train cars. Today, they are run by diesel electric engines and possess several thousand horsepower each.
Where is the neutral for 25kv ac single phase supply used for electric locomotives?
from ground
Do the mules pull ships through the Panama Canal?
The "mules" or locomotives are used to pull ships through the Panama Canal. Each "mule" weighs 50 tons and operates with two 290 horsepower units.
Where is multiphase electricity used?
Multiphase is useful in industrial applications such as locomotives, where more electric current can be applied than single phase.
Most trains are powered by what?
There are two major types of modern locomotives. Electric, and Diesel-Electric. Electric locomotives are very popular in some countries, and likewise for diesel-electric. Electric locomotives take in electricity via an overhead wire or a third rail that carries this electricity which is then in turn used to power electrical motors on the axles of the locomotive to move the train. Diesel-electric is identical, but electricity is not directly supplied. The locomotive is fueled with diesel which powers a large diesel engine that drives a generator that in turn drives electric motors on the axles of the locomotive. Think of it as a hybrid. An on-board generator that powers on-board electric motors.
