re-tractioning

English

Etymology

From re- +‎ traction +‎ -ing.

Noun

re-tractioning (uncountable)

  1. (rail transport) Renewal of traction equipment, in particular traction motors.
    • 2019 October, “'442s' withdrawn due to signal interaction issues”, in Modern Railways, page 87:
      Gemini Rail Technology has the contract for internal refurbishment and re-tractioning of the '442s', although the re-tractioning was delayed to allow procurement of new static converters due to concerns about electromagnetic compatibility.

Alternative forms
  • retractioning
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