Electrical Powertrain Damage: Difference between revisions
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Damage to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from {{pll|Body Damage|collisions}}, but it is much more severe when caused by {{pll|Powertrain Overheating|overloading electrical systems with excessive current}}, premature {{pll|Reverser|reverser}} operation and {{pll|Traction Motors|traction motor overspeeding}}. Exposure to {{pll|Flammable|fire}}, or submersion in water can also damage this subsystem. | Damage to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from {{pll|Body Damage|collisions}}, but it is much more severe when caused by {{pll|Powertrain Overheating|overloading electrical systems with excessive current}}, premature {{pll|Reverser|reverser}} operation, and {{pll|Traction Motors|traction motor overspeeding}}. Exposure to {{pll|Flammable|fire}}, or submersion in water, can also damage this subsystem. | ||
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Small | Small amounts of electrical powertrain damage are also accumulated from normal operation of power sources and traction motors, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the current passing through traction motors, the more damage is inflicted. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines {{pll|Driving Efficiency|efficiently}} it can be reduced to a minimum. | ||
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Latest revision as of 21:28, 17 March 2025
A vehicle's electrical powertrain subsystem consists of electrical components, such as batteries, pantographs, generators, converters and traction motors.
Damage to such a powertrain subsystem can occur from collisions, but it is much more severe when caused by overloading electrical systems with excessive current, premature reverser operation, and traction motor overspeeding. Exposure to fire, or submersion in water, can also damage this subsystem.
High electrical powertrain damage can be catastrophic, potentially fully immobilizing the vehicle and setting it on fire.
Small amounts of electrical powertrain damage are also accumulated from normal operation of power sources and traction motors, which falls under regular wear and tear. The higher the current passing through traction motors, the more damage is inflicted. While this damage cannot be avoided, by operating the machines efficiently it can be reduced to a minimum.
Damaged electrical powertrains can be serviced.