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Title of the article JUSTIFICATION FOR THE USE OF A MODULAR SPRING BRAKING SYSTEM
Authors

BYKOVSKIY Evgeniy V., Design Engineer, Unitsky String Technologies, Inc., Minsk, Republic of Belarus, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
In the section MECHANICAL ENGINEERING COMPONENTS
Year 2025
Issue 3(72)
Pages 37–45
Type of article RAR
Index UDK 62-592
DOI https://doi.org/10.46864/1995-0470-2025-3-72-37-45
Abstract This scientific and theoretical paper presents the concept of a modular low-pressure braking system for railway rolling stock. This system is designed to effectively regulate the speed of movement and reliably hold the train in place for a long time. The analysis of the existing braking systems used in modern cargo and passenger transportation is carried out. Their historical development, identified shortcomings and modern approaches to modernization used by various manufacturers are considered. The developed braking system was named the “Modular Braking System” (MTS). It is characterized by the use of a powerful compressed spring to create braking pressure, and by turning it, a smooth change in braking force is achieved. A significant MTS advantage is its low-pressure operation. It not only reduces the wear rate of compressor equipment, which reduces operating costs, but also contributes to significant energy savings. This is fully consistent with current global trends in energy conservation. The modular design of the system makes it possible to integrate both freight and passenger rolling stock into existing systems. At the same time, the important function of automatic operation remains in case of unauthorized uncoupling, which guarantees a high level of safety.
Keywords modular braking system, railway transport, low-pressure braking system, string transport, braking, spring brake, lever mechanism
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