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Old 08-07-2010, 10:44 AM   #18 (permalink)
KY Metro
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The operating principle is known as 'countersteam braking'

Countersteam brake - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Sometimes counterpressure braking is used, which is based on air pressure instead of steam.

Counter-pressure brake - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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