re-tractioning
English
Etymology
From re- + traction + -ing
Noun
re-tractioning (uncountable)
- (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- 2019 October, “'442s' withdrawn due to signal interaction issues”, in Modern Railways, page 87: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