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1 Sep 1980

Technical Reports

Amtrak/Knorr Disc Brake Study : Volume II - Appendices A through I

Author
R. Scofield, R. Avant

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

1 Sep 1980

Technical Reports

Amtrak/Knorr Disc Brake Study : Volume 1 - Final Report

Author
R. Scofield, R. Avant

Subject Amtrak, Braking Systems

Keywords: RMS g-level analysis, RMS spectral analyis, Brake forces

Abstract: This report describes the Amtrak/Knorr Disc Brake Study which was developed: (1) To evaluate candidate replacement disc brakes for the Knorr discbrakes presently in use on Amfleet...

Report Number
FRA/ORD-80/ 62.1
Office
RRD

1 Jun 1980

Technical Reports

Track Component Property Tests Volume II- Rail, Ties, Joint-Bars and Fasteners - Interim Report

Author
J. Choros, I. Gitlin

Subject Tracks & Structures

Keywords: fastener Resistance, Torsional Rigidy

Abstract: The principal objective of this laboratory test program is to investigate the load capacity of track in the vertical and lateral planes to support assessments of track strength.

Report Number
FRA/ORD-80/25
Office
RRD

1 Mar 1980

Technical Reports

Concrete and Wood Tie Track Performance through 150 Million Gross Tons

Author
Francis E. Dean, Robert H. Prause

Subject Facilities & Test Equipment, Tracks & Structures

Keywords: Concrete Cross Ties, Track Performance, Track Components, Track Testing, Track Loading, Accelerated Service Tests

Abstract: This report has been prepared as part of the Improved Track Structures Research Program sponsored by the Office of Rail Safety Research of the Federal Railroad Administration. The...

Report Number
FRA/TTC-80/02
Office
RRD

1 Mar 1980

Technical Reports

Track and Bridge Maintenance Research Requirements

Author
Reece H. Wengenroth, Harry P. Clapp

Subject Bridge and Structures Safety, Tracks & Structures, Evaluation

Keywords: Ballast, Subgrade, Cross Ties, Special Track-work, Bolted Joints, Maintenance and Rail

Abstract: This report includes the design of seven research plans in the area of track and bridge maintenance. The railroad industry was surveyed to ascertain the maintenance problems of...

Report Number
FRA/ORD-80/11
Office
RRD