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   Virtually coupled trains  evaluated  
Based on the concept of self-propelled freight cars, a new method of train formation has been proposed: virtually coupled trains. The concept is based on the idea of using modern electronics and data transmission to run several self-propelled units one behind the other without physical contact but at distances as short as mechanically coupled cars.
Technology field: Aerodynamics and friction
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References / Links:  Bock, Bikker 2000
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 date created: 2002-10-09
 
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