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Who is responsible for monitoring the pattern of electricity consumption on electrified divisions?
Who is responsible for monitoring the pattern of electricity consumption on electrified divisions?
What is the primary goal of providing shunt capacitor banks at traction sub-stations?
What is the primary goal of providing shunt capacitor banks at traction sub-stations?
Which of the following is NOT an energy conservation measure mentioned for traction installations?
Which of the following is NOT an energy conservation measure mentioned for traction installations?
What should be done if maximum demand and energy consumption are found to be disproportionately high?
What should be done if maximum demand and energy consumption are found to be disproportionately high?
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What action is advised to avoid bunching of trains in the event of a breakdown?
What action is advised to avoid bunching of trains in the event of a breakdown?
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Which officer is responsible for arranging training of officers and supervisors in energy conservation?
Which officer is responsible for arranging training of officers and supervisors in energy conservation?
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What is a consequence of not maintaining demand monitoring equipment?
What is a consequence of not maintaining demand monitoring equipment?
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Which measure directly contributes to reducing no load losses?
Which measure directly contributes to reducing no load losses?
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What should be prioritized when providing shunt capacitor banks?
What should be prioritized when providing shunt capacitor banks?
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Which function is NOT within the responsibilities of the Senior Administrative Grade Officer of Electrical Department?
Which function is NOT within the responsibilities of the Senior Administrative Grade Officer of Electrical Department?
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Why should the auxiliary transformer be kept isolated from the 25 kV side when deriving standby emergency power supply from OHE?
Why should the auxiliary transformer be kept isolated from the 25 kV side when deriving standby emergency power supply from OHE?
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What is the primary benefit of coasting for Drivers and Motormen in suburban sections?
What is the primary benefit of coasting for Drivers and Motormen in suburban sections?
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What issue can arise from connections to buried rail opposite sub-stations?
What issue can arise from connections to buried rail opposite sub-stations?
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What strategy should be employed when a train goes up a short up-gradient?
What strategy should be employed when a train goes up a short up-gradient?
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Which of the following is NOT a suggested energy conservation measure for maintenance installations?
Which of the following is NOT a suggested energy conservation measure for maintenance installations?
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What role do 'Coasting Boards' play for Drivers and Motormen?
What role do 'Coasting Boards' play for Drivers and Motormen?
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What is an important consideration for maintaining low resistance at conductor joints?
What is an important consideration for maintaining low resistance at conductor joints?
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Why should standby transformers be de-energized from the HV side?
Why should standby transformers be de-energized from the HV side?
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What feature assists in ensuring proper operation during periods of learning the road for train operation?
What feature assists in ensuring proper operation during periods of learning the road for train operation?
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What is a key action to minimize electrical energy waste in service buildings?
What is a key action to minimize electrical energy waste in service buildings?
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What is a critical factor to consider when maintaining connections to buried rail opposite sub-stations?
What is a critical factor to consider when maintaining connections to buried rail opposite sub-stations?
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What is the purpose of 'Coasting Boards' fixed at appropriate points on suburban sections?
What is the purpose of 'Coasting Boards' fixed at appropriate points on suburban sections?
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During periods of undulating terrain, what should drivers be aware of when managing train speed?
During periods of undulating terrain, what should drivers be aware of when managing train speed?
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Which of the following actions should NOT be taken to conserve energy in maintenance installations?
Which of the following actions should NOT be taken to conserve energy in maintenance installations?
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What is a recommended practice for drivers to save energy in level sections, particularly in suburban areas?
What is a recommended practice for drivers to save energy in level sections, particularly in suburban areas?
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Why is it important to periodically inspect conductor joints and parallel groove clamps?
Why is it important to periodically inspect conductor joints and parallel groove clamps?
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What energy conservation measure helps in the proper management of excess idle machinery?
What energy conservation measure helps in the proper management of excess idle machinery?
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What procedure should be followed concerning standby transformers to improve energy conservation?
What procedure should be followed concerning standby transformers to improve energy conservation?
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Which approach should be avoided to maximize energy saving when operating trains?
Which approach should be avoided to maximize energy saving when operating trains?
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When traversing downhill after a crest, what should a driver expect regarding the train's speed?
When traversing downhill after a crest, what should a driver expect regarding the train's speed?
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What should be the focus when arranging for training of officers and supervisors in energy conservation?
What should be the focus when arranging for training of officers and supervisors in energy conservation?
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Which of the following best describes the purpose of having standby traction transformers de-energized?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of having standby traction transformers de-energized?
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What is a critical action that should be taken if a detailed investigation points to high energy consumption?
What is a critical action that should be taken if a detailed investigation points to high energy consumption?
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Which area should be prioritized when installing shunt capacitor banks?
Which area should be prioritized when installing shunt capacitor banks?
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What should the Traction Power Controller aim to do to manage train operations effectively?
What should the Traction Power Controller aim to do to manage train operations effectively?
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What is essential for achieving safe and reliable operation while implementing energy conservation measures?
What is essential for achieving safe and reliable operation while implementing energy conservation measures?
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In monthly meetings regarding energy consumption, what should Sr.DEE (TrD) and Sr.DEE (OP) focus on?
In monthly meetings regarding energy consumption, what should Sr.DEE (TrD) and Sr.DEE (OP) focus on?
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What role do demand monitoring equipment play in energy conservation?
What role do demand monitoring equipment play in energy conservation?
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Which of the following actions would lead to excessive line losses in energy consumption?
Which of the following actions would lead to excessive line losses in energy consumption?
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What main benefit do shunt capacitor banks provide at traction sub-stations?
What main benefit do shunt capacitor banks provide at traction sub-stations?
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What should the Sr.DEE (TrD) and Sr.DEE (OP) analyze in their monthly meetings?
What should the Sr.DEE (TrD) and Sr.DEE (OP) analyze in their monthly meetings?
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Which strategy should be adopted to minimize maximum demand at traction sub-stations?
Which strategy should be adopted to minimize maximum demand at traction sub-stations?
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What is a necessary step if energy consumption is found to be disproportionately high?
What is a necessary step if energy consumption is found to be disproportionately high?
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What action should the Traction Power Controller take to prevent operational issues during train starts?
What action should the Traction Power Controller take to prevent operational issues during train starts?
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What type of equipment should be kept de-energized to save on no load losses?
What type of equipment should be kept de-energized to save on no load losses?
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What role does the Senior Administrative Grade Officer of the Electrical Department fulfill in energy conservation?
What role does the Senior Administrative Grade Officer of the Electrical Department fulfill in energy conservation?
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What is the primary focus for the guidance provided to Divisional Officers?
What is the primary focus for the guidance provided to Divisional Officers?
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What is a consequence of not maintaining demand monitoring equipment?
What is a consequence of not maintaining demand monitoring equipment?
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Which of the following describes a specific recommendation for energy conservation in existing systems?
Which of the following describes a specific recommendation for energy conservation in existing systems?
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What should the focus be on when planning energy conservation measures?
What should the focus be on when planning energy conservation measures?
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What should be done to ensure low resistance at conductor joints and clamps?
What should be done to ensure low resistance at conductor joints and clamps?
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How can Drivers and Motormen save energy on down gradients?
How can Drivers and Motormen save energy on down gradients?
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What is a common issue with buried rail connections at substations?
What is a common issue with buried rail connections at substations?
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When should standby transformers be kept de-energized?
When should standby transformers be kept de-energized?
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What should be prioritized when helping conservation of energy in maintenance installations?
What should be prioritized when helping conservation of energy in maintenance installations?
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What feature assists Drivers when learning the road?
What feature assists Drivers when learning the road?
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What is a vital action during undulating terrain for train speed management?
What is a vital action during undulating terrain for train speed management?
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What is the purpose of de-energizing equipment not in use?
What is the purpose of de-energizing equipment not in use?
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What is a suggested practice during maintenance to conserve energy?
What is a suggested practice during maintenance to conserve energy?
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What should be done to minimize electrical losses at substations?
What should be done to minimize electrical losses at substations?
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What maintenance practice is essential to prevent increased resistance and energy loss in connections to buried rail opposite sub-stations?
What maintenance practice is essential to prevent increased resistance and energy loss in connections to buried rail opposite sub-stations?
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In suburban sections, what is the primary purpose of 'Coasting Boards' installed for Drivers and Motormen?
In suburban sections, what is the primary purpose of 'Coasting Boards' installed for Drivers and Motormen?
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What should drivers do when managing speed on an undulating terrain, specifically after passing the crest of a hill?
What should drivers do when managing speed on an undulating terrain, specifically after passing the crest of a hill?
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Which method is advised for maximizing energy conservation during maintenance installations?
Which method is advised for maximizing energy conservation during maintenance installations?
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When re-scheduling booked speed of EMUs, what is a key consideration for energy conservation?
When re-scheduling booked speed of EMUs, what is a key consideration for energy conservation?
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What should be done to auxiliary transformers when deriving standby emergency power supply from OHE?
What should be done to auxiliary transformers when deriving standby emergency power supply from OHE?
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What is an effective strategy for energy conservation when trains are traversing level sections and suburban areas?
What is an effective strategy for energy conservation when trains are traversing level sections and suburban areas?
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What is the responsibility of the officer nominated by the Chief Electrical Engineer regarding energy conservation?
What is the responsibility of the officer nominated by the Chief Electrical Engineer regarding energy conservation?
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What aspect of conductor joints needs to be ensured to maintain low resistance and improve energy efficiency?
What aspect of conductor joints needs to be ensured to maintain low resistance and improve energy efficiency?
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Which of the following actions should be prioritized to reduce maximum demand at traction sub-stations?
Which of the following actions should be prioritized to reduce maximum demand at traction sub-stations?
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What should be the focus of the monthly meetings held by Sr.DEE (TrD) and Sr.DEE (OP)?
What should be the focus of the monthly meetings held by Sr.DEE (TrD) and Sr.DEE (OP)?
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What is a key measure to avoid excessive line losses at traction sub-stations?
What is a key measure to avoid excessive line losses at traction sub-stations?
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Which practice should be avoided to ensure safe energy conservation in traction operations?
Which practice should be avoided to ensure safe energy conservation in traction operations?
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Which measure is not recommended for the conservation of electrical energy in traction systems?
Which measure is not recommended for the conservation of electrical energy in traction systems?
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What action is recommended if there is a significant increase in energy consumption?
What action is recommended if there is a significant increase in energy consumption?
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What should be maintained in working order to ensure effective energy monitoring?
What should be maintained in working order to ensure effective energy monitoring?
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Study Notes
Energy Conservation in Traction
- Staff connected with electric traction must minimize electricity waste.
- A senior electrical officer manages energy conservation matters. This officer monitors electrical consumption on electrified divisions and provides guidance to divisional officers.
- Senior DEE officers (TrD and OP) hold monthly meetings to analyze energy consumption and maximum demand compared to previous months. Issues with high demand require investigation and corrective action.
- Energy-efficient equipment and better designs reduce consumption, but existing systems require measures to conserve electricity.
- Shunt capacitor banks at traction substations minimize maximum demand.
- Standby traction transformers remain de-energized to save no-load losses.
- Demand monitoring equipment should be maintained.
- Traction power controllers avoid simultaneous train starts.
- Avoid unnecessary bunching of trains during breakdowns.
- Auxiliary power sourced from overhead lines should be isolated to avoid no-load losses.
Energy Conservation Measures for Rolling Stock
- Drivers should utilize downhill gradients efficiently.
- Coasting (reducing brake use) is emphasized on level and, particularly, suburban sections.
- Time totalizers are provided in some EMUs, and coasting boards in suburban areas to help drivers.
- Train speed can be reduced on uphill sections, and the speed picks up on downhills automatically when power is off, up to a maximum permissible speed.
- Train schedules can be adjusted to help energy conservation.
Energy Conservation Measures for Maintenance Installations
- Lights, fans, and air conditioners should be switched off when not required.
- Standby transformers should stay de-energized from the high voltage side.
- Idle machine operation should be checked.
- Compressed air leakage and misuse should be checked.
- Leaks and water wastage should be addressed.
- Natural light usage should be maximized.
New Developments
- Staff should be updated on developments in 3-phase drive electric locomotives.
- Electric locomotive simulators help drivers efficiently use trains.
- On-board power factor correction equipment efficiently uses electricity.
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This quiz focuses on the principles and practices of energy conservation in electric traction systems. It covers the role of officers in managing electricity consumption, as well as various strategies for minimizing waste and improving efficiency. Test your knowledge on the operational measures taken to ensure effective energy use in electrified transport systems.
