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1 Apr 1974

Technical Reports

Parameter Optimization Studies of Magnetic Suspensions for High Speed Ground Transportation

Author
Robert H. Borcherts, L. C. Davis, C. C. Wan, A. U. Mohdulla, John R. Reitz

Subject Maglev

Keywords: magnetic levitation; high speed ground transportation; lift-to-drag ratio; non-linear magnetic behavior; finite-height guideways; slotted and ladder tracks

Abstract:

The present study is part of a program, sponsored by the Office of Research, Development and Demonstrations, Federal Railroad Administration, to investigate efficient, cost-...

Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-74/42
Office
RDI-21

1 Mar 1974

Technical Reports

An Evaluation of the Dynamics of a Magnetically Levitated Vehicle

Author
H.T. Coffey, J.D. Colton, J.C. Solinsky, J.R. Woodbury

Subject Maglev

Keywords: Maglev, High Speed Ground Transportation, Stability, Test Vehicle, Experiments

Abstract:

An analytical and experimental evaluation was made of the stability and dynamic characteristics of a small scale magnetically levitated vehicle. The vehicle was levitated over...

Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-74/41
Office
RDI-22

1 Sep 1973

Technical Reports

Enhancement of Train Visibility

Author
Federal Railroad Administration; John B. Hopkins

Subject Grade Crossing Technology, Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Warning Systems, Highway-Rail Grade Crossings

Keywords: Conspicuity, Highway rail grade crossings, Train collisions, Train visibility

Abstract:

This study describes effective ways to enhance the visibility of the trailing end of trains in order to reduce train-train collisions.

Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-74/15
Office
RDI-23

1 Jul 1973

Technical Reports

Human Factors Countermeasures to Improve Highway-Railway Intersection Safety

Author
James H. Sanders, Jr.

Subject Grade Crossing and Trespass Outreach/Education, Highway-Rail Grade Crossings, Safety Performance Measures

Keywords: driver behavior, driver attitudes

Abstract:

This report describes considerations and experimental design recommendations for evaluating the effectiveness of grade crossing accident prevention measures.

Report Number
DOT HS-800 888
Office
RDI-24

1 Jun 1973

Other Reports

Rail-Highway Grade-Crossing Accident For the Year Ended December 31, 1972

Author
Office of Safety

Subject Highway-Rail Grade Crossings

Keywords: Accident Reports, Incident Reports, Casualties

Abstract: This is the thirty-eighth annual statistical report on rail-highway grade crossing accidents based upon reports of rail carriers filed with the Federal Railroad Administration...

Office
RRS