Trains LIVE — How Diesel & Electric Locomotives Work — 12-13-2023 — The combination of the diesel engine and electric traction motor revolutionized railroading. In the past century, the diesel and its companion electric locomotive have advanced from new technology to some of the most high-tech vehicles on steel wheels. Finding out what goes on under the hood, in the electrical cabinet, and behind the control stand to make these units work is just as fascinating as watching one (or several) haul freight or move passengers.
In a new Kalmbach book — How Diesel & Electric Locomotives Work — author Jeff Wilson explores both diesel and electric locomotives from the inside out, from top to bottom, and front to back. Wilson’s new book traces the history and development of the diesel and examines each major system that is part of a locomotive. The book is written in easy-to-understand language providing just the right amount of technical detail without burdening the reader.
Today, we chat with Jeff Wilson about his new book and Kalmbach books in general and how they are developed.
To get your own copy of How Diesel & Electric Locomotives Work be sure to visit: Kalmbachhobbystory.com.
Trains LIVE — How Diesel & Electric Locomotives Work.
Trains LIVE is a regular video program, recorded live and unscripted from Kalmbach Media. The series began in July 2022.
Trains LIVE features Bob Lettenberger, Trains associate editor, Kalmbach Media staff, and guests talking about railroads and trains in a casual, behind-the-scenes format. On Trains LIVE we will ask the questions you would like to ask and take you into places not normally open to the public. Trains LIVE also takes you on the road to museums, trackside locations and other railroad-related venues. It is presented every other Wednesday at 2 p.m. Central time.
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