SBB Re 460 (Lok-2000) Re 460 series is a modern four-axle multi-purpose electric locomotive operated by the Swiss Federal Railway (SBB CFF FFS) company in Switzerland. We can see these locomotives serving daily in the passenger trains. Manufacturers of these locomotives were ABB (electric equipment) and SLM (mechanical part). The Read more…
Traction converters Traction power electronic converters play a key role in modern transportation. Unlike industrial converters they face slightly different and specific challenges with regards to design, operation mode or safety.In this post we provide a brief look into the power electronics that we usein everyday’s life when using traditional Read more…
Modern and historical public transportation in Pilsen Our excursion today leads us to Pilsen, Czech Republic. The city is located in western Bohemia. It was founded in 1295. The distance from Prague is about one hour. It is easily accessible by car (highway Prague – Nuremberg), by train (direct trains Read more…