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Other Reports
Noise Characteristics of Northeast Corridor High-Speed Trainsets
Keywords: Noise Analysis, NEC, Transportation Technology Center
Abstract: This technical report summarizes the results of noise tests carried out during November 1999 at the Transportation Technology Center (TTC) in Pueblo, Colorado. The tests were...
Other Reports
Assessment of Risks for High-Speed Rail Grade Crossings on the Empire Corridor
Keywords: Grade Crossing; Risk Assessment; Empire ;
Abstract: The report describes a risk-based approach for assessing the implications of higher train speeds on highway-railroad grade crossing safety, and allocating limited resources to...
Other Reports
Railroad Safety Statistics Annual Report 1999
Keywords: Rail Safety, Annual Report, Rail-Related Accidents, Safety Performance
Abstract: The Federal Railroad Administration's Railroad Safety Statistics Annual Report is intended as a resource for the FRA's safety partners. It is also intended as a general reference...
Other Reports
Engineer Certification Reference Guide
Keywords: Railroad Employees, Certification Evaluations, Revocation
Abstract: This guide covers the application of engineer certification, certification evaluation methodologies, and the revocation process. It also covers operational monitoring, dispute...
Technical Reports
Improved Roller Bearing Wayside Detection Research: Phase III System Evaluation Test
Keywords: Wayside Acoustic Bearing Detection, Roller Bearing Defects, Raceway Spalls, Water Etching, Loose Bearings Components, Spun Cones
Abstract: TTCI conducted a series of simulated revenue service tests with a train of 8 cars containing wheel sets with specific roller bearing defects and wheel sets with good bearings. The...