eLibrary Search
The FRA eLibrary contains all the documents that are found throughout the FRA Public Website. Multiple pages on the website may link to the same eLibrary item based on its set of metatdata.
Can I find All FRA Documents in the Library?
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- Document resides on an external site for the record of source, links to the document are provided in context but not in the library as FRA does not maintain this record. This document lives on another website.
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- Document is historical and has been removed from library to avoid confusion with current publications.
- Document is public affairs & policy related, such as press releases, speeches, testimony, or fact sheet. These press-related documents can now be found in the FRA Newsroom.
- Document is related to rules and notices. This information can now be found on the Rulemakings search and the Notices search, respectively.
Research Results
Fire Resistance Tests of Reduced Scale Rail Car Floor Assemblies
Keywords: ABAQUS, floor fire resistance test, NFPA 130, structural floor assembly, passenger rail car, rail car floor, rolling stock
Research Results
Dynamic Crash Testing of Open-Bay Seats
Keywords: Crashworthiness, dynamic sled testing, anthropomorphic test device, ATD, rail passenger safety, secondary impacts
Final Rule
49 CFR Parts 218, 221, and 232: Miscellaneous Amendments to Brake System Safety Standards and Codification of Waivers
Keywords: 49 CFR Parts 218, 221, and 232
Abstract: FRA is revising its regulations governing brake inspections, tests, and equipment. The changes include the incorporation of relief from various provisions provided in long-...
Research Results
Timber Crosstie Spike Fastener Failure Investigation: Field Evaluation of an Alternative Fastener
Keywords: Broken spikes, elastic fastening system, spiral washer, timber crossties, track