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Testing & EMC1 min read12 July 2026

Battery Electric Locomotive EMC Testing & Test Readiness Strategy

Sarah Lin, CPEng

Sarah Lin, CPEng

Senior EMC & Electrical Test Readiness Specialist.

Battery Electric Locomotive EMC Testing & Test Readiness Strategy

Transitioning heavy haul rail to zero-emission battery electric traction presents unique Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) challenges. High-current inverter switching can generate harmonic noise that interferes with trackside signalling circuits.

Mitigating Signalling Interference

By conducting rigorous EMC field testing and spectrum analysis across regional freight corridors, Movement Engineering establishes clear compliance thresholds in accordance with EN 50121 standards.

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