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1
Jan
1979
Other Reports
Braking and Coupling Systems Design Optimization
Subject
Braking Systems
Keywords: Equipment, Program Review, R&D
Abstract: This program review details the methodology, existing equipment, and innovative concepts in braking and coupling system design.
Report Number
DOT-FR-8091
Office
RRD
1
Jan
1979
Other Reports
Evaluation of Signal/Control System Equipment and Technology: Task 2 - Status of Present Signal/Control Equipment
Subject
Signal and Train Control
Keywords: Intercity Rail, Amtrak, System Comparisons
Abstract: [From the Preface] This report results from research supported by the Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, Office of Research and Development, for the...
Report Number
FRA/ORD-78/39.2
Office
RRD
1
Dec
1978
Other Reports
Assessment of Washington Metropolitan Area Rail Rapid Transit System
Subject
Evaluation
Keywords: Metrorail, WMATA, System Operation
Abstract: [From the Preface] This report is the result of an assessment of the WMATA Metrorail System which took place over a six-month period between April and October of 1978. The report...
Report Number
D0T-TSC-UM929-PM-79-4
Office
RRD
1
Dec
1978
Other Reports
Validation of FRATE, Freight Car Response Analysis and Test Evaluation
Subject
Evaluation
Keywords: TOFC, Computer Program, Rail Dynamics
Abstract: A nonlinear computer program for Freight Car Response Analysis and Test Evaluation (FRATE) has been developed under the sponsorship of the Federal Railroad Administration. This...
Report Number
DOT-FR-54090
Office
RRD
1
Oct
1978
Other Reports
Safety Life Cycle Assessment Program Task 6: Railroad Structural Integrity Criteria Analysis
Subject
Evaluation,
Safety Regulatory Analysis
Keywords: Damage Tolerance, Safety Life-Cycle Prediction Techniques, Failure Mode Analysis
Abstract: [From the Introduction] The purpose of this report is to evaluate the structural integrity criteria for critical railcar components. Although the railroads do not have a formal...
Report Number
ATR-78(4847-11)-IND
Office
RRD