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8 Jul 2016

Technical Reports

Advanced Component Testing: Kaskasia Handbrake Test.

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Evaluation

Keywords: Handbrake, installation, operation, impact testing

Abstract: The evaluation of a prototype remote operation handbrake showed that it can be installed on a car with only minor modifications to connect the air. This prototype did not set the...

Report Number
DOT/ORD/FRA-16/26
Office
RDI-22

20 Jun 2016

Technical Reports

Installation of Active Noise Control and Active Vibration Control on a GP40-2 Locomotive

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Operating Practices

Keywords: active noise control, active vibration control, static operation, on-track operation

Abstract: This project evaluated the performance of active noise control (ANC) and active vibration control (AVC) technologies using a GP40-2 locomotive located at the Transportation...

Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-16/20
Office
RDI-22

17 Jun 2016

Technical Reports

Improved Quality Truck Castings

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Operating Practices

Keywords: Bolster, side frame, truck, casting, foundry

Abstract: A review of the car repair billing database shows that many bolsters and side frames are removed from service each year due to cracking or breaking. Derailment-related costs due...

Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-16/18
Office
RDI-22

22 Mar 2013

Technical Reports

Cab Technology Integration Laboratory Demonstration with Moving Map Technology

Author
Gina Melnik, Hadar Rosenhand, and Matthew Isaacs

Subject Human Factors, Operating Practices

Keywords: CTILWEB, Cab Technology Integration Laboratory (CTIL), pilot experiment, moving map display, operator performance, safety, technology

Abstract: A human performance study was conducted at the John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (Volpe Center) using a locomotive research simulator—the Cab Technology...

Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-13/14
Office
RRD

1 Jan 2011

Technical Reports

Effect of Missing or Broken Fasteners on Gage Restraint of Concrete Ties

Subject Evaluation

Keywords: Concrete Ties, Field Side Clips, Heavy Axle Load, Gage Side Clip, Gage Restrain, Wear

Abstract: From 2009 to 2010, the Transportation Technology Center, Inc., measured the gage restraint of a mainline concrete tie track affected by missing or broken fasteners. Measurements...

Office
RRD