What is a traction motor?
Q: What is a traction motor?
A: A traction motor is a type of electric motor used to make rotation torque on a machine and convert it into straight line motion.
Q: In which types of electrically powered rail vehicles are traction motors used?
A: Traction motors are used in electric multiple units and electric locomotives.
Q: Apart from rail vehicles, where else are traction motors used?
A: Traction motors are also used in electric vehicles such as milk floats, elevators, and conveyors.
Q: What types of vehicles use electrical transmission systems and hence also use traction motors?
A: Vehicles with electrical transmission systems such as Diesel-electric locomotives, electric hybrid vehicles, and battery powered electric vehicles use traction motors.
Q: What is the purpose of a traction motor?
A: The purpose of a traction motor is to generate rotation torque on a machine and convert it into straight line motion.
Q: Are electric vehicles the only type of vehicles that use traction motors?
A: No, Diesel-electric locomotives and electric hybrid vehicles also use traction motors in their electrical transmission systems.
Q: Can you name some examples of electric vehicles that use traction motors?
A: Electric milk floats, as well as battery powered electric vehicles, use traction motors.
