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Technical Reports
Transit Car Demonstration Test Program On the Roll Dynamics Unit Volume I
Keywords: Analytical Modeling, Creep Forces, Energy Consumption, Rail Dynamics, Spin/Slide, Traction Resistance
Abstract: This report documents two separate studies aimed at verifying and demonstrating the capabilities of the Roll Dynamics Unit (RDU). The RDU is part of the Rail Dynamics Laboratory (...
Technical Reports
Evaluation of Squeal Noise from the WMATA Transit Car Disc Brake System: A Preliminary Investigation
Keywords: Urban Rail Noise Abatement Program, WMATA Railcar Noise, Disc Brake System, Friction Braking System, Brake Squeal
Abstract: This study was conducted as part of the Urban Rail Noise Abatement Program sponsored by the Office of Rail and Construction Technology of the Urban Mass Transportation...
Technical Reports
Test Results Report : Dual Disc/Tread Braking and Reduced Pressure Braking Evaluation Programs
Abstract: This report is the Test Results Report for the Dual Disc/Tread Brake Test. Data logs and records associated with this test are published separately in the Test Events Report Dual...
Technical Reports
Transit Car Demonstration Test Program On the Roll Dynamics Unit Volume II
Keywords: Eigenvalue-Eigenvector; Energy Consumption; Spin/Slide
Abstract: This report documents two separate studies aimed at verifying and demonstrating the capabilities of the Roll Dynamics Unit (RDU). The RDU is part of the Rail Dynamics Laboratory (...
Technical Reports
An Evaluation of the Costs and Benefits of Railroad Electrification
Keywords: Environmental Impact, Cost/Benefit Analysis, Railroad Technology
Abstract: This report, responds to issues raised in Section 901(7) of the Railroad Revitalization and Regulatory Reform Act (4R Act) and discusses how electrification might contribute to or...