Comparative Analysis of the Efficiency of Promising Fin Types for Radiators of Shunting Diesel Locomotive Cooling Systems

INCREASING THE EFFICIENCY OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES

This article examines current issues and current trends in improving the efficiency of internal combustion engines. It analyzes the main factors hindering efficiency gains (thermal and mechanical losses, incomplete fuel combustion) and proposes ways to overcome them. It also provides an overview of design solutions, su...

Modeling of Load Tests of 2TE116U Diesel Locomotives

OPTIMIZATION OF TURBOCHARGER BLADE ANGLES FOR IMPROVING THE EFFICIENCY OF DIESEL ENGINES IN AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY

This study is aimed at improving the operational efficiency of the MMZ D-245.9 diesel engine by enhancing its turbocharging system. The study focuses on the TKR 6.1 centrifugal compressor, which has been modified to incorporate an adjustable inlet guide vane assembly developed based on Patent RU2293220C2. The research...

Characteristics of selected running gear design solutions that affect the traction performance of freight locomotives

This paper presents an analysis of selected design solutions for the running gear of freight locomotives and their impact on the vehicles’ traction characteristics. The first part discusses the basic concepts related to traction properties, including the relation-ships derived from the train motion equation and the tra...

COST-EFFECTIVENESS OF APPLYING LIQUEFIED HYDROCARBON GAS FOR DIESEL ENGINE POWER SUPPLY

The paper describes the feasibility of using gas fuel as an additive for diesel engine power supply. The model of engines and tractors running on gas motor fuel is analyzed. Directions are highlighted and the concept of gas fuel application in the transport operated in the Republic of Belarus is proposed. The calculati...

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS OF MOBILE ENERGY-INDUCED

This article examines the classification of the performance characteristics of agricultural tractors used in crop production. It also assesses the energy efficiency of tractors, highlighting development trends and the level of energy efficiency for BELARUS tractors. The energy efficiency of modern tractors is constantl...