Title :
An improved train network simulator
Author :
Toffolo, M.P. ; Dawson, G.E. ; Eastham, A.R.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electr. & Comput. Eng., Queen´´s Univ., Kingston, Ont., Canada
Abstract :
This paper presents the capabilities of a new computer program called the Queen´s Energy Management Model (QEMM). This new program performs simultaneous calculation of multi-train and network performance characteristics by solving a dynamic power system in which the train loads move as time is incremented. The magnitudes of the loads also vary as the trains traverse the route. Performance characteristics of AC, DC, or combined AC/DC networks can be computed by this program. Results of different simulations performed on the Scarborough ALRT system using different propulsion system models are presented and discussed
Keywords :
digital simulation; distribution networks; energy conservation; power consumption; power supplies to apparatus; power system analysis computing; railways; rapid transit systems; AC networks; AC/DC networks; DC networks; Queen´s Energy Management Model; Scarborough ALRT system; computer program; dynamic power system; energy conservation; energy consumption; load magnitudes variation; multi-train performance calculation; network performance calculation; propulsion system models; train network simulator; Energy management; Power demand; Power distribution lines; Power supplies; Power system simulation; Rail transportation propulsion; Simulation software;
Conference_Titel :
Electrical and Computer Engineering, 1994. Conference Proceedings. 1994 Canadian Conference on
Conference_Location :
Halifax, NS
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-2416-1
DOI :
10.1109/CCECE.1994.405646
