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1 Sep 1972

Technical Reports

The Kansas Test Track: Non-Conventional Track Structures Design Report

Author
Francis G. McLean, Ronald D. Williams, Robert C. Turnbell

Subject Tracks & Structures

Keywords: Improved Track Structures, Track Stability, Beam and Slab Track Support

Abstract:

This report discusses the design of three non-conventional Railroad track support structures. These non-conventional structures, which include a continuously reinforced...

Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-72/08X
Office
RDI-21

29 Aug 1972

Other Reports

Proceedings 1972 National Conference On Railroad-Highway Grade Crossing Safety

Author
USDOT, Highway Research Board, National Safety Council

Subject Highway-Rail Grade Crossings

Keywords: Grade Crossing , Highway Rail

Abstract:

"To bring together key interest groups to discuss new ways and means to insure increased safety and to achieve optimum efficiency in the use of both highway and railroad...

1 Aug 1972

Reports to Congress

Railroad-Highway Safety Part II: Recommendations for Resolving the Problem

Author
Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Highway Administration

Subject Highway-Rail Grade Crossings, Safety Culture

Abstract: Part I of this report described the extent and nature of the safety problem associated with railroad-highway grade crossings nationwide. Part II contains a further analysis of...

1 Aug 1972

Technical Reports

Embankment Support for a Railroad Track: Construction Report

Author
Shanna & Wilson, Inc.

Subject Tracks & Structures

Keywords: Improved Track Structures, Bedrock, Track Stability

Abstract:

This report discusses the construction of three non-conventional railroad track support structures. These non-conventional structures, which include a continuously reinforced...

Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-72/07X
Office
RDI-21

30 Jun 1972

Technical Reports

Human Factors Survey of Locomotive Cabs

Author
John P. Jankovich

Subject Human Factors

Keywords: Human Factor Engineering, Locomotive Cab Design, Engine Crew Accidents, Cab Environment, Railroad Safety

Abstract:

Purpose of the investigation was to review design of locomotive cabs from the human factors point of view. The following areas of human factors engineering are discussed:...

Report Number
FRA-OPP-73-1
Office
RDI-23