System for the Maintenance of Locomotive Operational Reliability

Abstract

A reliable and safe process of passenger and freight transportation is determined by the selected mode of use of rolling stock, efficient application of technical maintenance and repair systems, as well as strict work and technological discipline. When operating a rolling stock fleet, it is very important to enhance the indicators of its reliability and economic efficiency. This depends on the rolling stock design, technical maintenance and repair system, existing repair complex, organization of repair works, and qualification of the staff. The number of unscheduled repairs demonstrates that the quality of repairs and its organization is not of the sufficient level. Each year due to unscheduled repairs LG incurs great loss associated with the idle time of locomotives, additional expenses for materials, work costs and fuel consumption.