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7 Sep 1990

Technical Reports

Rear-End Train Marker Light Evaluation

Author
Denwood Ross III, Daniel Griser, Delia Treaster, Louise Tijerina

Subject Human Factors

Keywords: Train Rear-End Markers, Light Intensity Distribution, Marker Color Distribut, Human Factors Test

Abstract: All rear-end train marker lights until recently were incandescent bulbs of almost identical design. With the advent of cabooseless trains and battery-powered end- of-train devices...

Office
RRD

10 Apr 1989

Technical Reports

A Survey of Railroad Industry Perceptions Regarding Needed Locomotive Cab Design Improvements

Author
Thomas H. Rockwell, Ph.D., Steven M. Kiger

Subject Human Factors

Keywords: Locomotive Cab, Control Compartment, Human Factors, Cab Safety, Crashworthiness, Crew Comfort, Cab Design

Abstract: This survey was initiated by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) as part of the objective to improve locomotive cab safety. The need for and the definition of the survey was...

Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-89/03
Office
RDI-20

1 Aug 1988

Other Reports

1988 Research and Development Program

Author
Office of Research and Development, Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Program Evaluation

Keywords: Railroad Technology, Railroad Research, R&D, Transportation Test Center

Abstract: [From the Introduction] The Office of Research and Development formulates anticipatory and responsive technical programs, institutes projects and conducts the research,...

Office
RRD

1 Apr 1982

Technical Reports

A Demonstration Project for Locomotive Engineer Training

Author
L&N-BLE Demonstration Training Project

Subject Program Evaluation

Keywords: Task Analysis, LET, Training Aids, Cost/Benefit Analysis

Abstract: This report presents the findings of the joint venture demonstration training project conducted by the Louisville & Nashville Railroad and the Brotherhood of Locomotive...

1 Mar 1982

Technical Reports

The Status of Advanced Propulsion Technology in Japan

Author
Vilas D. Nene

Subject Human Factors

Keywords: Electromagnetic Interference, Transit Car Propulsion, Signalling, Choppers

Abstract: This report describes the efforts of Japanese transit industry- manufacturers and transit operators- in the area of advanced propulsion systems for urban rail vehicles. It...

Report Number
UMTA-MA-06-0025-81-5
Office
RRD