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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
Recommendations for Research and Development on Advanced Railroad Braking and Coupling Systems
Keywords: Cost/Benefit Analysis, Freight Cars, R&D
Abstract: This report presents a set of recommendations for a research and development program on advanced railroad braking and coupling systems. Programs are developed for the following...
Technical Reports
Evaluation of the Costs and Benefits of Advanced Braking and Coupling Systems
Keywords: Freight Car, Cost/Benefit Analysis, Maintenance
Abstract: This report presents an evaluation of the costs and benefits of sixteen advanced railroad braking and coupling systems. Most of the benefits result from improved classification...
Technical Reports
Amtrak/Knorr Disc Brake Study : Volume II - Appendices A through I
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-...