Hybrid locomotive regenerative energy storage system and method

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8408144
APP PUB NO 20100175579A1
SERIAL NO

12731326

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An energy storage car for a locomotive includes a hydraulic energy storage system designed to capture and reuse energy normally lost in dynamic braking. The energy storage car is preferably configured to provide functions sufficient to replace one of multiple locomotives used to pull a freight train. Braking and other methods for improved efficiency of such trains are provided.

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THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AS REPRESENTED BY THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE U S ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCYWASHINGTON DC

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Read, David H Dexter, US 4 77

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