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Technical Reports
Roll Dynamics Unit Dynamometer Evaluation Test Using a GP4-02 Locomotive
Keywords: Roll Dynamics Unit, Drive Train, Tractive Power, Friction Braking, Power Flows, Adhesion, Slip/Slide
Abstract: This report describes evaluative testing of the Roll Dynamics Unit (RDU) at the Transportation Test Center near Pueblo, Colorado. Previous uses of the RDU had been limited to...
Technical Reports
Vehicle/Track Interaction Assessment Techniques Volume I, Part I
Keywords: Vehicle Dynamics, Transportation Safety, Test Analysis Procedures, Test Planning, Data Analysis Procedures
Abstract: This report describes Vehicle/Track Interaction Assessment Techniques (IAT) which - are developed to provide standardized procedures and tools in order to: Investigate the dynamic...
Technical Reports
Vehicle/Track Interaction Assessment Techniques Volume II, Part II
Keywords: Rail Vehicle Dynamics, Transportation Safety, Test Analysis Procedures, Test Planning, Data Analysis Procedures
Abstract:
This report describes Vehicle/Track Interaction Assessment Techniques (IAT) which are developed to provide standardized procedures and tools in order to investigate the dynamic...
Technical Reports
Vehicle/Track Interaction Assessment Techniques Volume III, Part II
Keywords: Rail Vehicle Dynamics, Transportation Safety, Test Analysis Procedures, Test Planning, Data Analysis Procedures
Abstract:
This report describes Vehicle/Track Interaction Assessment Techniques (IAT) which are developed to provide standardized procedures and tools in order to investigate the dynamic...
Technical Reports
Description of Computer Program for Calculation of Temperatures, Pressures, and Liquid Levels of Tank Cars Engulfed in Fires: Volume II, Description of Analytical Procedure
Keywords: tank cars; hazardous materials; tank car isulation; safety relief valves
Abstract: This report describes work that has been carried out under Federal Railroad Administration Contract No. DTFR53-81-C-00016, Task Order VC-4, entitled "Temperatures, Pressures and...