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Catenary System
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Summary
A
Catenary System
refers to the
Overhead wire arrangement
used to supply
Electricity to trains
, trams, or trolleybuses, characterized by a
Curve formed by a wire
hanging under its own weight. It ensures the
Efficient transfer of electrical power
while accommodating the
Dynamic movements of the vehicle
and maintaining
Consistent contact with the pantograph
.
Concepts
Railway Electrification
Overhead Line Equipment
Contact Wire
Electric Traction
Relevant Degrees
Rail Vehicle Engineering 60%
Railways in General 40%
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