| Title | Test Program for Evaluation of Variable Frequency Power Conditioners |
|---|---|
| Record ID | 49652 |
| Personal Name Creator |
Wlodyka, Raymond A.; Knutrud, T. |
| Source | 24p. in various pagings |
| Corporate Creator | John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (U.S.) |
| Corporate Contributor |
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Railroad Administration |
| Publisher | United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Railroad Administration |
| Publication Date | 19730801 |
| Language | English |
| Abstract | A test program is outlined for variable frequency power conditioners for 3-phase induction motors in vehicle propulsion applications. The Power Conditioner Unit (PCU) performance characteristics are discussed in some detail. Measurement methods, recording techniques and data presentation are given, which should yield a broad set of performance data common to most PCU designs of this type. Measurements of component electrical and temperature stresses are included. These measurements are regarded as essential for a meaningful evaluation and for formulating estimates of peak power capability and specific power (kVA/lb). A limited test program of the RFI/EMI characteristics of the PCU is also discussed, as are tests of special characteristics such as reliability and failure modes. |
| Rosap ID | dot:11086 |
| Rosap URL | https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/11086 |
| TRT Terms | Electric power conditioning; Failure; Induction motors; Performance; Propulsion; Reliability; Stresses; Temperature; Testing |
| Classification | NTL - RAIL TRANSPORTATION - RAIL TRANSPORTATION; NTL - SAFETY AND SECURITY - Vehicle Design; NTL - SAFETY AND SECURITY - Rail Safety; NTL - SAFETY AND SECURITY - SAFETY AND SECURITY |
| Geographical Coverage |
United States |
| Contract Number | RR305/R3306 |
| Report Number | DOT-TSC-FRA-73-02; FRA-ORD&D-74-12 |
| Resource type | Tech Report |
| URL | https://ntlrepository.blob.core.windows.net/lib/49000/49600/49652/DOT-TSC-FRA-73-02.pdf |
| Format | |
| Database | NTL Digital Repository |