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Scientific American, Vol. 85, No. 4 (1901) (1901)

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ed with a powerful electro-magnet, speed increases the current and causes the which when energized by the power motors, brakes to act with greater force, while a acting as generators, is strongly attracted decrease in speed instantly decreases the to the rail by magnetic force. Brake heads current… … VIEW OF BRAKE FROM UNDER CAR. they permit the shoes to ride over or clear any remainder going through the proper portion obstruction which is not sufficient in itself of the diverter beneath the car. The ordinary to cause the car to stop. When the brake is operated car heaters with which the heat…

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