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What is the function of the bogie pin in the bogie frame?
What is the function of the bogie pin in the bogie frame?
What type of brakes are mentioned as part of the bogie system?
What type of brakes are mentioned as part of the bogie system?
What is used for primary suspension in the bogie system?
What is used for primary suspension in the bogie system?
Which components are responsible for damping the air springs at the ends of the bolster?
Which components are responsible for damping the air springs at the ends of the bolster?
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What construction method is used for the bogies of motor coaches and trailer coaches?
What construction method is used for the bogies of motor coaches and trailer coaches?
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How far apart are the side bearers located in the trailer coaches?
How far apart are the side bearers located in the trailer coaches?
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What provides support for the coach body in the bogie system?
What provides support for the coach body in the bogie system?
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What is the primary function of hydraulic shock absorbers in the bogie bolster arrangement?
What is the primary function of hydraulic shock absorbers in the bogie bolster arrangement?
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What should be done if the clearance between the nylon rubbing plate and the steel rubbing plate exceeds 3mm during service?
What should be done if the clearance between the nylon rubbing plate and the steel rubbing plate exceeds 3mm during service?
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What maintenance is required for equalising stays during a periodic overhaul?
What maintenance is required for equalising stays during a periodic overhaul?
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What is the consequence of using a damaged hydraulic shock absorber?
What is the consequence of using a damaged hydraulic shock absorber?
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What is the significance of providing washers and split pins on the assembly of equalising stays?
What is the significance of providing washers and split pins on the assembly of equalising stays?
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What function does the center pivot of the bogie serve?
What function does the center pivot of the bogie serve?
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How are the floating bolsters secured in the TC bogie?
How are the floating bolsters secured in the TC bogie?
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What type of design is used for the wheels of the EMU coaches?
What type of design is used for the wheels of the EMU coaches?
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Which sketch provides the new/re-turned tyre profile requirements?
Which sketch provides the new/re-turned tyre profile requirements?
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What is the condemning limit for the wheel diameter of the MC bogie?
What is the condemning limit for the wheel diameter of the MC bogie?
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What additional feature secures the tyres on MC/HCC bogies compared to TC bogies?
What additional feature secures the tyres on MC/HCC bogies compared to TC bogies?
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Which of the following statements about wheel gauge is true?
Which of the following statements about wheel gauge is true?
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Which measure is NOT accounted for in the tyre condemning limits?
Which measure is NOT accounted for in the tyre condemning limits?
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Which of the following best describes the function of rubbing plates in MC & HCC bogies?
Which of the following best describes the function of rubbing plates in MC & HCC bogies?
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What should be checked when examining bolts for re-use?
What should be checked when examining bolts for re-use?
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What material is used to manufacture axle box springs?
What material is used to manufacture axle box springs?
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What is necessary to check for in axle box springs to ensure they are suitable for use?
What is necessary to check for in axle box springs to ensure they are suitable for use?
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What happens if the lower spring seat is scored or damaged?
What happens if the lower spring seat is scored or damaged?
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What component is used for close guidance of the wheel set in the axle box assembly?
What component is used for close guidance of the wheel set in the axle box assembly?
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What is the primary function of the rubber ring in the axle guide assemblies?
What is the primary function of the rubber ring in the axle guide assemblies?
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What happens to the lower spring seat if the oil quantity in the dashpot is inadequate?
What happens to the lower spring seat if the oil quantity in the dashpot is inadequate?
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How are the axle box guides described in terms of construction?
How are the axle box guides described in terms of construction?
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What is the role of the bolster in the suspension system?
What is the role of the bolster in the suspension system?
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What is one method of maintaining the damping fluid level in the dashpot?
What is one method of maintaining the damping fluid level in the dashpot?
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What is the permissible variation in tread diameter for wheels of the same axle?
What is the permissible variation in tread diameter for wheels of the same axle?
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What is the permissible diameter variation between two bogies under the same coach?
What is the permissible diameter variation between two bogies under the same coach?
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What material specification is applicable for tyres?
What material specification is applicable for tyres?
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What type of bearings are fitted in MC & HCC bogies?
What type of bearings are fitted in MC & HCC bogies?
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What maintenance procedure should be performed on axle boxes?
What maintenance procedure should be performed on axle boxes?
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Which specification is applicable to axles for TC bogies?
Which specification is applicable to axles for TC bogies?
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What is the main purpose of specifying permissible variations in wheel tread diameter?
What is the main purpose of specifying permissible variations in wheel tread diameter?
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What additional feature do axle boxes have for maintenance?
What additional feature do axle boxes have for maintenance?
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Which specification applies to axles for MC & HCC bogies?
Which specification applies to axles for MC & HCC bogies?
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What type of roller bearings are found in TC bogies?
What type of roller bearings are found in TC bogies?
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What is the method of construction used for the bogies of motor coaches, high carrying capacity coaches, and trailer coaches?
What is the method of construction used for the bogies of motor coaches, high carrying capacity coaches, and trailer coaches?
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Which component is responsible for providing primary suspension in the bogie system?
Which component is responsible for providing primary suspension in the bogie system?
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How are the side bearers described in terms of their protection from the environment?
How are the side bearers described in terms of their protection from the environment?
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What spacing is maintained between the side bearers in motor coaches and high carrying capacity coaches?
What spacing is maintained between the side bearers in motor coaches and high carrying capacity coaches?
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What type of shock absorbers are used for damping the air springs in the bogie system?
What type of shock absorbers are used for damping the air springs in the bogie system?
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What is the distance maintained between the side bearers in trailer coaches?
What is the distance maintained between the side bearers in trailer coaches?
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What type of bearings are mounted inside the axle boxes of the bogies?
What type of bearings are mounted inside the axle boxes of the bogies?
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What is the primary function of the side bearers in the bogie system?
What is the primary function of the side bearers in the bogie system?
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At what wear measurement should the hard ground plate of the side bearers be renewed?
At what wear measurement should the hard ground plate of the side bearers be renewed?
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Which of the following oils can be used for the side bearers?
Which of the following oils can be used for the side bearers?
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What problem is likely to occur if sharp edges develop at the periphery of the bronze wearing pieces in side bearers?
What problem is likely to occur if sharp edges develop at the periphery of the bronze wearing pieces in side bearers?
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How is the centre pivot of the trailer coach designed in terms of load transmission?
How is the centre pivot of the trailer coach designed in terms of load transmission?
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What is the main purpose of the nylon rubbing plate in the bogie system?
What is the main purpose of the nylon rubbing plate in the bogie system?
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What should be done when the vertical and horizontal shock absorbers begin to leak?
What should be done when the vertical and horizontal shock absorbers begin to leak?
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What is the consequence of not maintaining the initial clearance of 1mm on each side of the nylon rubbing plate during maintenance?
What is the consequence of not maintaining the initial clearance of 1mm on each side of the nylon rubbing plate during maintenance?
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What is necessary to ensure the free movement of equalising stay pins during maintenance?
What is necessary to ensure the free movement of equalising stay pins during maintenance?
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When should the maintenance of hydraulic shock absorbers be performed according to the provided guidelines?
When should the maintenance of hydraulic shock absorbers be performed according to the provided guidelines?
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What is the function of equalising stays in the bogie system?
What is the function of equalising stays in the bogie system?
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What aspect of hydraulic shock absorbers is likely to deteriorate over time?
What aspect of hydraulic shock absorbers is likely to deteriorate over time?
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What should not exceed 3mm during service as per maintenance guidelines?
What should not exceed 3mm during service as per maintenance guidelines?
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What component should be included with the equalising stays to prevent pin loss during service?
What component should be included with the equalising stays to prevent pin loss during service?
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Which statement is true regarding the maintenance of the nylon rubbing plate?
Which statement is true regarding the maintenance of the nylon rubbing plate?
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What is the maximum allowable wheel diameter for the MC bogie?
What is the maximum allowable wheel diameter for the MC bogie?
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Which component is responsible for transmitting draw and braking forces in the TC bogie’s floating bolster?
Which component is responsible for transmitting draw and braking forces in the TC bogie’s floating bolster?
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What design feature is utilized to secure tyres in MC and HCC bogies that is not present in TC bogies?
What design feature is utilized to secure tyres in MC and HCC bogies that is not present in TC bogies?
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Beyond the bogie pivot’s function as a center of rotation, what specific role does it play in the system?
Beyond the bogie pivot’s function as a center of rotation, what specific role does it play in the system?
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What is the permissible tolerance for wheel gauge adjustment?
What is the permissible tolerance for wheel gauge adjustment?
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What specific tyre profile requirements should be followed for new or re-turned tyres?
What specific tyre profile requirements should be followed for new or re-turned tyres?
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Which wear condition is NOT included in the condemning limits for wheels?
Which wear condition is NOT included in the condemning limits for wheels?
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What is the minimum condemning limit for flange wear on MC bogies?
What is the minimum condemning limit for flange wear on MC bogies?
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Which axle design is specified for TC bogies?
Which axle design is specified for TC bogies?
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What is the permissible variation in tread diameter for wheels between two bogies under the same coach?
What is the permissible variation in tread diameter for wheels between two bogies under the same coach?
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What material specification corresponds to the axles used in TC bogies?
What material specification corresponds to the axles used in TC bogies?
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Which type of roller bearings are used in TC bogies?
Which type of roller bearings are used in TC bogies?
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What is a key maintenance practice required for axle boxes?
What is a key maintenance practice required for axle boxes?
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For which bogie type is IRS Specification R-43/92 applicable?
For which bogie type is IRS Specification R-43/92 applicable?
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What is the primary function of the roller bearings installed in MC & HCC bogies?
What is the primary function of the roller bearings installed in MC & HCC bogies?
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How much variation in diameter is permissible for the wheels of the same axle?
How much variation in diameter is permissible for the wheels of the same axle?
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Which part of the axle box housing is specifically mentioned for special attention during maintenance?
Which part of the axle box housing is specifically mentioned for special attention during maintenance?
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What kind of bearings are designed as 'self-aligning' in the described bogies?
What kind of bearings are designed as 'self-aligning' in the described bogies?
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What is the maximum permissible variation in wheel tread diameter when changing tyres according to the guidelines?
What is the maximum permissible variation in wheel tread diameter when changing tyres according to the guidelines?
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Study Notes
Bogie & Under Gears
- Bogie Frame: A welded construction with two longitudinal girders, a crossbar, and two frame ends.
- Tractive/Brake Force Transmission: Transmitted via a bogie pin from the bogie to the body.
- Frame Ends: Used to house brake cylinders and brake rigging.
- Tread Brakes: Directly affect vehicle wheels.
- Lifting Supports: Four steel cables located between the body and bogie.
- Primary Suspension: Uses helical springs working in parallel with dashpots.
- Secondary Air Suspension: Provides buffer height, brake rigging, wheel axle, and hydraulic shock absorbers. Refer to CMI-K001 (2000), Amendment Slip No. 1 (2007), and CMI-9802 (2008) for details.
- Lifting Support: Hydraulic shock absorbers are used for support function.
Bogie Frame Assembly
- Bogies (MC, HCC, TC): Motor coaches, high-carrying capacity coaches, and trailer coaches have all-welded, lightweight construction.
- Axles: Feature self-aligning roller bearings, mounted inside cast steel axle boxes, with rigid guidance from telescopic dashpot and axle box guide assemblies.
- Bolster (MC, HCC): Located between bogie transoms, transmits draw and braking forces through rubbing plates.
- Bolster (TC): Floating bolster secured in longitudinal direction to bogie frame with two anchor links and silent block bushes.
- Suspension: Uses helical springs and dashpots for primary suspension; air springs supported on a spring plank via swing links for support.
- Weight Transfer: No weight is transferred through the bogie pivot; it acts as a center of rotation, transmitting acceleration and deceleration forces.
Wheel and Axle
- Wheel Design: EMU coaches have composite wheels with rolled steel centers and renewable tires.
- Fastening: Different designs: TC bogies use glut rings, while MC/HCC bogies use glut rings and four locking keys for secure fastening.
Tyre Profile
- Profile Standard: Follows ROSO Sketch No. 91146.
- Condemnation Limits: Defined for flange wear, root wear, deep flange, sharp flange, and hollow/flat tread wear (refer I.R.CA Part IV, plate 45).
- Wheel Gauge: Must be within the tolerance of +2/-1 mm.
- Wheel Dimensions: Provides specific dimensions for MC, TC, and HCC bogies (New, Condemning, and Last Shop Issue).
Permissible Variation
- Wheel Tread Diameter: Variations are allowed during wheel replacement, based on axle and bogie.
Material Specifications
- Tyres: Conform to IRS Specification R-15/95.
- Axles: Follow IRS Specification R-16/95 (TC bogies) and R-43/92 (MC & HCC bogies).
Roller Bearings
- Types: MC and HCC bogies use No. 22328 C/C3 self-aligning roller bearings; TC bogies use No. 22326 C/C3 self-aligning roller bearings.
Axle Box Housing
- Material: Cast steel.
- Covers: Light alloy front and back covers secured by bolts.
- Maintenance: Regular cleaning and examination of cracks, worn threads, etc., for bolts and covers are required.
Axle Box Springs
- Type: Helical.
- Material: Chrome vanadium, silica manganese steel.
- Treatment: Shot-peened to improve fatigue life.
- Maintenance: Checking for cracks and measuring free height is crucial.
- Grouping: Springs are grouped into three categories based on RDSO Technical Pamphlet No. C-8419 (Rev 1).
Lower Spring Seat
- Wear: Minimal wear during service.
- Repair: Repair/replacement if wear exceeds 0.4 mm or damage is present.
Dashpots and Axle Guide Assemblies
- Axle box guides: Machined hollow forgings welded to the bogie frame to ensure rigid guidance of the wheel sets.
- Sealed: Sealed with rubber rings ensuring oil tightness.
- Topping-up: Provides provision for topping-up oil (MC & HCC); holes are provided in trailer coaches for topping up.
Bolster and Bolster Spring
- Bolster Location: Rested on both ends of air springs.
Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
- Function: Work in parallel with bolster springs for smooth operation.
- Maintenance: Regular checks and replacement if leaked or physically damaged.
Rubbing Plate
- Material: Nylon.
- Function: Cushions between bolster and bogie frame.
- Clearance: Maintenance of 1 mm clearance (each side) is required during POH (Periodic Overhaul).
- Wear Limit: Wear shouldn't exceed 3 mm (each side) during service, else repair and fitting of steel packings are required.
Equalising Stays
- Function: Prevents lateral thrust on bolster springs.
- Maintenance: Pins need regular cleaning and oiling to ensure smooth rotation.
Centre Pivot
- Mechanism: Used to transfer forces between the vehicle's body and bogie.
- Wear: Bogie rotation results in wear on upper and lower bushes.
- Types: Arrangements exist for MC & HCC bogie and Trailer bogies.
Anchor Links
- Cracks: Check for cracks at the weld points and rubber conditions on silent blocks.
- Testing: Silent blocks must be duly tested.
- Assembly: Ensure no forcing during assembly to avoid pre-loading condition.
Hanger and Hanger Blocks
- Cleaning: Thorough cleaning is necessary after dismantling.
- Inspection: Examine for cracks and wear.
Bogie Brake Gear
- Clearance: Maximum permissible clearance between brake gear pins and bushes is 1 mm; any more indicates repair or replacement is necessary.
- Brake Block Thickness: Brake blocks must be replaced when thinning down to 16 mm.
- Maintenance: Regular maintenance to adjust slack in rigging, with adjusting palm pull rod featuring holes displaced to account for wear.
Buffing & Draw Gear
- Couplers: Semi-permanent/semi-automatic Schaku couplers used.
- Maintenance: Adherence to manufacturer-supplied maintenance manuals.
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Explore the intricacies of bogie and under gear systems in this quiz. Learn about various components, such as bogie frames, tractive forces, and suspension types. This knowledge is essential for understanding vehicle stability and performance.