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1
Apr
1981
Technical Reports
Lightweight Vehicle Track Shunting
Subject
Signal and Train Control
Keywords: Signal/Control Systems, R&D, Grade Crossing Warning Systems
Abstract: The objective of this contract was to determine the extent of the shunting problem on lightweight rail vehicles and identify research recommendations to resolve it. This study...
Report Number
FRA/ORD-81/56
Office
RRD
1
Mar
1981
Technical Reports
Test Results Report : Dual Disc/Tread Braking and Reduced Pressure Braking Evaluation Programs
Subject
Amtrak,
Braking Systems
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...
Report Number
fRA/ORD-81/22
Office
RRD
1
Jan
1981
Technical Reports
Evaluation of Signal/Control System Equipment and Technology: Task 6 - Specification Development
Subject
Signal and Train Control
Keywords: Central Processing Unit, Communications, Maintainability, Military Standards, Reliability
Abstract: Development of a signal/control system for high speed 255 Km/h (160 MPH) train operation must proceed in a logical sequence. One step is a comparison of alternative candidate...
Report Number
FRA/ORD-78/39.6
Office
RRD
1
Dec
1980
Technical Reports
Evaluation of Signal/Control System Equipment and Technology: Task 5 - Economic Studies
Subject
Signal and Train Control,
Evaluation
Keywords: Cost/Benefit Analysis, Life Cycle Evaluation, Reliability/Maintainability, Vandalism
Abstract: Economics form an important aspect in the comparison of new technologies with those which are subject to possible replacement. This report presents an economic analysis of...
Report Number
FRA/ORD-78/39.5
Office
RRD
1
Sep
1980
Technical Reports
Amtrak/Knorr Disc Brake Study : Volume II - Appendices A through I
Subject
Amtrak,
Braking Systems
Keywords: RMS g-level analysis, RMS spectral analysis, Brake forces
Abstract: This volume contains the following appendices to Volume I, Final Report: Appendix A - Wheel Condition Effects Appendix B - Effects of Cyclic Loads on Pin Wear Appendix C - Over-...
Report Number
FRA/ORD-80/ 62.2
Office
RRD