Locomotives and Rail Road Transportation Technology, Challenges and Prospects

You must be logged in to access this title.

Sign up now

Already a member? Log in

Synopsis

This book is intended to serve as a compendium on the state-of-the-art research in the field of locomotives and rail road transport. The book includes chapters on different aspects of the subject from renowned international experts in the field. The book looks closely at diesel engine locomotives and examines performance, emissions, and environmental impact. The core topics have been categorised into four groups: general topics, efficiency improvement and noise reduction, alternate fuels for locomotive traction, and locomotive emission reduction and measurement. The book offers an excellent, cutting-edge resource for researchers working in this area. The book will also be of use to professionals and policymakers interested in locomotive engine technologies and emission standards.

Book details

Edition:
1st ed. 2017
Author:
Avinash Kumar Agarwal, Atul Dhar, Anirudh Gautam, Ashok Pandey
ISBN:
9789811037887
Related ISBNs:
9789811037870
Publisher:
Springer Singapore, Singapore
Pages:
N/A
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
Yes
Date of addition:
2018-11-05
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2017
Copyright by:
Springer Singapore, Singapore 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Nonfiction, Technology