Q:I noticed how all the commuter trains here in Massachusetts use diesel engines. Will they switch to overhead lines in the not so distant future?

The diesel engine in a diesel-electric powered locomotive is barely used because of the fact the purpose potential for an electric powered generator which, needless to say, creates electrical energy that's then used to potential the locomotive's traction automobiles; gearing discovered/housed interior the truck assembly (the place the wheels are). So, genuinely, diesel-electrics (whether frequently talked approximately as merely diesels) are an electric powered locomotive that genuinely incorporates its very own potential plant on board. because of the fact the above poster reported, electrical energy is plenty greater efficient than merely utilising a diesel engine and generates plenty greater tractive attempt and known potential for a locomotive (case in point, overhead electric powered locomotives are the terrific form of purpose potential, wherein they actually artwork greater sturdy as tonnage/grades develop).

Q:for houses operating on diesel generators and inverters

the one with the lowest wattage rating, either domestic or foreign. just make sure it is made to work with the output of your generator ie; voltage and cycles

Q:Can bases be sources of electricity? Please explain why and cite your references. Thanks :)

base has many meanings. Air force bases sometimes have a diesel generator. Base hospitals almost always have diesel generators. A chemical base, together the right metals, can act as a electrochemical cell (battery). A base metal, such as zinc and copper, with the proper acid can act as a electrochemical cell (battery). .

Q:I think that they heat up water and put it in a tub right?do they make their own soap?How many times a week do they bathe?

As long as they bathe that's all that matters

Q:Can someone please tell me what is the piston ring cap is for the 186FA Diesel Engine 10hp, fitted into the powermate PM6100DS / 6KW Generator.

Just about all the rings you purchase new today come pre-gapped to the correct tolerance, just like spark plugs. Way in the past, of course back then it was necessary to check the gap. With such a small engine 1/16 is plenty.

Q:What is the maximum power of a diesel generator

in the piston upward pressure volume temperature rises rapidly reaching the ignition point of diesel.

Q:272 hours (x 30mph estimate) @ 1800rpm's 8,220 miles. This is a stand by generator. Make Cummings, Model 4BT, Stamford 45kW generator.

ALL engines start to turn oil dirty as soon as they are started.regardless if it's a diesel or gas engine.

Q:I am leaving a career as an aviation electrician after 23 years and have applied for a job as a diesel locomotive electrician with Union Pacific. I was notified about a skills test and was hoping to brush up a bit before the test. Which areas should I focus on studying? Also what can I expect on a day to day basis working in this field? And lastly, although I can troubleshoot and wire a jumbo liner in my sleep I don't have specific experience with large generators and motors. How will this affect me in the hiring process. Thanks in advance for any help.

Well, two others have answered, and I consider their reputation to be good. I do not have railroad experience nor have I ever worked for the railroads. However, you did ask what you should brush up on, so I'll use my lay knowledge. Just realize, I could be completely in the weeds with this. Chief skill - Safety. Before anything else, railroads are very much into safety. Review anything you can find on high power high current safety procedures. Brush up on AC/DC/AC inverters. AC traction is replacing DC in locomotives now to some extent. (More on BNSF than UP) It isn't clear if this is a fad or a movement in some views, but I think it's a movement. I could be wrong. You will want to look at alternator technology (as opposed to generator but don't ignore that), you will want to brush up on your power thyristor theory, AC theory, and computer control skills (most loco's have PC's on board. It isn't entirely clear to me at this remove how much of that is simply reporting (I suspect a great deal) versus control (I suspect very little - as evidenced that a loco will keep going even if the computer is totally trashed.) Study power factor and correcting it. (This is more a design issue than maintenance, but you may want to know the basics on how that works so you can keep it working.) Know how to affect the speed of an AC motor (frequency, number of poles), vs. how to affect the speed of a DC motor (voltage or current). Study back EMF and why that is important to a maintainer. (DC systems.) Again, I can be completely in the weeds here and giving you bogus tips. Use a search engine to look up Locomotive maintenance and the like. Final note: Railroads are death on any drug or alcohol use. (Rule G). If you use, don't bother. Some railroads will use hair snips, which will tell the tale more than 6 months back.

Q:Does one gas power station make a lot of energy? Or would you need more than one of them? :D X

One power station will have many gas turbines and generators. This depend upon the availability of gas,power consumption in that area,pollution problems etc.

Q:A diesel-powered generator with a cost of $145,000 and estimated residual value of $7,000 is expected to have a useful operating life of 75,000 hours. During July, the generator was operated 150 hours. Determine the depreciation for the month.

145,000 - 7000 132,000 / 75000 1.76 per hour July 150 hours x 1.76 per hour rate $264 Keep in mind I rounded the $1.76 but if you follow this procedure it will get you where you want to be. I hope this helps and wish you all the best. good luck