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Technical Reports
Railroad Research Bulletin: Autumn 1973
Keywords: Railroad Research, Abstracts, Literature Review
Abstract: This publication contains 1,297 abstracts of journal articles and research reports selected by RRIS from current railroad literature and 150 summaries of ongoing research...
Emergency Orders
Emergency Order Regarding Use of Cars Transporting Class A Explosives; Exception Regarding Cars Equipped With Cast Iron Brakeshoes
Emergency Orders
Emergency Order Regarding Class A Explosives
Technical Reports
Railroad Tank Car Fire Test: Test No. 6
Keywords: Railroad Tank Car Fire Test: Test No. 6
Abstract: The Department of Transportation is conducting an extensive research program designed to develop methods to minimize personal injury and damage to property caused by fire from...
Technical Reports
Rapid Transit Noise Abatement and Cost Requirements (MBTA Pilot Study)
Keywords: Acoustic Noise Climate, Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority, Cost Effectiveness
Abstract: A methodology is described, based on a study conducted on the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority Blue, Red and Orange Lines, to assess the acoustic noise climate of an urban...