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Technical Reports
Evaluation of Signal/Control System Equipment and Technology: Task 5 - Economic Studies
Keywords: Cost/Benefit Analysis, Life Cycle Evaluation, Reliability/Maintainability, Vandalism
Abstract: Economics form an important aspect in the comparison of new technologies with those which are subject to possible replacement. This report presents an economic analysis of...
Technical Reports
Preliminary Evaluation of Rail Vibration Techniques for Rail Force Measurements
Keywords: Longitudinal Rail Forces, Rail Stresses, Train/Track Dynamics
Abstract: It has been postulated that the vibrational response of a railroad rail, subjected to a sharp mechanical impact, should vary according to the magnitude of the internal...
Technical Reports
Rail Electromagnetic Compatibility Locomotive Volume 1, Summary of E-60 CP Electromagnetic Emission Yard Measurements
Keywords: Emission Measurements, Testing, Field Strength Testing
Abstract: Results of electromagnetic emission measurements performed on E-60 locomotives at AMTRAK's Wilmington, Delaware, Maintenance facility are presented. A description of the...
Technical Reports
Grade Crossing Accident Injury Minimization Study
Keywords: crashworthiness
Abstract: This study identified and evaluated concepts for reducing injuries in grade crossing collisions. Promising concepts involved impact absorption, deflection, and braking. ...
Technical Reports
A Prototype Maintenance-of-Way Planning System Volume I: Final Report Including Appendices A through E
Keywords: Track Maintenance Planning, Track Quality Indices, Track Degradation, Track Geometry
Abstract: The results of this study substantiate the concept of using automatic track inspection vehicles as a tool in Maintenance-of-Way planning. This study is based on data collected...