Open AccessPrinciples of Modularity in Design and Maintenance of Locomotives
Author(s) -
Г. И. Некрасов,
В. Н. Балабин
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
mir transporta
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 1992-3252
DOI - 10.30932/1992-3252-2019-17-2-80-90
Subject(s) - modular design , modularity (biology) , unification , engineering , systems engineering , manufacturing engineering , modernization theory , shipbuilding , computer science , genetics , biology , history , archaeology , economics , programming language , economic growth , operating system
Thematic patent search was performed that determined design directions for modular systems in transport and industry. The largest percentage of use is characteristic of: railway, agricultural, power engineering, space industry and shipbuilding. To a lesser extent, the modular design principle is involved in medium heavy and precision engineering. A new concept of application of modules of the main and auxiliary equipment on locomotives is considered, in which key attention is paid to the components of modules and unification of their components. It is necessary to change the philosophy of design and creation of modules, taking into account all possible risks and organizational hazards during modernization of production. The use of modular equipment layout in the engine compartment can significantly reduce operating costs and speed up the service operations during locomotive maintenance. A comparison of operations of current maintenance of Formula 1 cars and modular locomotives has been made.