Development of a mathematical model of a train in the energy point of view for the international conference on control, automation and systems 2007 (ICCAS 2007)

This paper presents a mathematical model and simulation program of an electric train with regenerative braking system by using Matlab/Simulink in the energy generation, consumption and transfer point of view. This paper also determines the specifications of each component of the electric train by using the developed program. The electric train model and simulation program consist of the speed profile of the electric train, longitudinal dynamics of the electric train, wheel dynamics with brake system, and electric system such as the motor/generator and the energy storage. This paper also provides observation of the energy consumption and regeneration ratios of the energy storage equipped electric train. The simulation results are compared with the test results to verify the simulation program.