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Technical Reports
Anthology of Rail Dynamics Research
Keywords: Rail Vehicle Dynamics, Track-Train Dymanics, Wheel-Rail Interaction, Railroad Research and Development
Abstract: This report is intended to provide the railroad industry and other interested parties with an anthology of recent technical information of long term value which has resulted from...
Other Reports
Operational Test Plan F4OPH/Banking Amcoach Cant Deficiency Test
Abstract: The objectives of testing the F4OPH and the prototype banking Amcoach at high cant deficiency are: o To evaluate the maximum safe curving speeds of the F4OPH diesel locomotive and...
Technical Reports
Investigation of Rail Fastener Performance Requirements
Keywords: Fasteners
Abstract: An investigation was conducted to develop qualification requirements which reliably indicate the service performance of rail fasteners. The study included a review of available...
Technical Reports
User's Manual for Program CONWHEEL (CONformal WHEEL-rail Contact Stress Problems): Technical Report No.10
Keywords: Rail-Wheel Interaction, Contact Stress, Conformal Contact, Elasticity, NonHertzian Contact, Computer Program
Abstract: CONWHEEL (CONformal WHEEL-rail contact stress problems) is an all FORTRAN computer program for the solution of normal contact stresses between two closely conforming (possibly...
Other Reports
Correlation of Accident Data with Physical Characteristics of Derailed Freight Vehicles
Keywords: Track/Track Dynamics, Rail Safety, Track Geometry
Abstract: [From the Preface] The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is sponsoring research to provide improved safety of the rail transportation system at reduced life-cycle costs. These...