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1 Apr 1982

Technical Reports

Study of Fire Extinguishment of a Replacement Fluid for Use in Transformers in Lieu of Askarel

Author
David B. Heard

Subject Evaluation

Keywords: Midel, Transformer Fluid, Transformer Flammability

Abstract: A series of tests were performed at the Factory Mutual Test Center 1) to obtain information on the performance of various extinguishing agents used with hand-held fire...

Report Number
FRA/ORD-82/12
Office
RRD

3 Mar 1982

Technical Reports

MARTA "C" Car: Thermal Capacity Test

Author
Transportation Test Center

Subject Facilities & Test Equipment

Abstract: A Special Engineering Test was conducted on Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Car 502 to determine the operating temperature at various undercar locations...

Report Number
UMTA/TTC/TN-82/07
Office
RRD

3 Mar 1982

Technical Reports

MARTA "C" Standard Profile Energy Consumption

Author
Transportation Test Center

Subject Passenger Rail, Evaluation

Abstract: The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) "C" Car underwent energy consumption testing as part of a broader array of characteristic tests. The test objectives,...

Report Number
UMTA/TTC/TN-82/05
Office
RRD

1 Mar 1982

Technical Reports

Investigation of Rail Fastener Performance Requirements

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Track, Tracks & Structures, Track/Train Interactions

Keywords: Fasteners

Abstract: An investigation was conducted to develop qualification requirements which reliably indicate the service performance of rail fasteners. The study included a review of available...

Report Number
FRA/ORD-82/10
Office
RRD

1 Mar 1982

Technical Reports

The Status of Advanced Propulsion Technology in Japan

Author
Vilas D. Nene

Subject Human Factors

Keywords: Electromagnetic Interference, Transit Car Propulsion, Signalling, Choppers

Abstract: This report describes the efforts of Japanese transit industry- manufacturers and transit operators- in the area of advanced propulsion systems for urban rail vehicles. It...

Report Number
UMTA-MA-06-0025-81-5
Office
RRD