Dynamic Brakes and Dynamic Braking on Diesel Electric Locomotives

Dynamic Brakes and Dynamic Braking on Diesel Electric Locomotives

by

Gyan C A Fernando

The dynamic brake grids and blower cowling on the short hood of No 628 Class M2 “Kankesanthurai” of the Sri Lankan Railway

Governors on Diesel Locomotive Engines

Governors on Diesel Locomotive Engines

 

Speed control governors on the prime movers of diesel locomotives

By

Gyan Fernando

Introduction

A vital component of all diesel engines is a mechanical or electronic governor which regulates the idling speed and maximum speed of the engine by controlling the fuel supply.

Governors

The major function of the governor is determined by the application of the engine.

In an engine that is required to get up to and run at only a single speed regardless of load, the governor is called a constant-speed type governor.

The Magic of Class M2 Locomotives

The Magic of Class M2 Locomotives

By

Anonymous

When I see Kumaran's M2 drawings it brings me nostalgia.