Rail Vehicle Mechatronics (Ground Vehicle Engin, Spiryagin, Spiryagin, Bruni..

Rail Vehicle MechatronicsAuthor(s): Maksym Spiryagin, Stefano Bruni, Christopher Bosomworth, Peter Wolfs, Colin Cole\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: CRC Press\nISBN-13: 9781032148601, 978-1032148601\nSynopsis\nThis unique and up-to-date work surveys the use of mechatronics in rail vehicles, notably traction, braking, communications, data sharing, and control. The results include improved safety, comfort, and fuel efficiency.\n\nMechatronic systems are a key element in modern rail vehicle design and operation. Starting with an overview of mechatronic theory, the book covers such topics as modeling of mechanical and electrical systems for rail vehicles, open and closed loop control systems, sensors, actuators, and microprocessors. Modern simulation techniques and examples are included throughout the book. Numerical experiments and developed models for railway application are presented and explained. Case studies are used, alongside prac.