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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 May 1973

Technical Reports

Detail Specification for State-of-the-Art Car

Author
The Boeing Vertol Company

Subject Passenger Rail

Keywords: Rapid Transit Car, Urban Transit, UMTA URRV Program

Abstract:

This document is the detail specification for the State-of-the-Art Car (SOAC). This specification represents the SOAC configuration as delivered to the Urban Mass...

Report Number
IT-06-0026-73-2
Office
RDI-22

2 Apr 1973

Other Reports

Improved Passenger Service For Three Corridors

Subject Passenger Rail

Keywords: Passenger Trains, corridors, costs, capacity, interference

Abstract:

This study identifies and estimates the cost of right-of-way facility improvements necessary to provide for improved passenger trains operating at maximum speeds of 120-150 mph...

Report Number
FRA-ORD&D-74-4
Office
RRD

2 Apr 1973

Other Reports

Improved Passenger Service For The Northeast Corridor

Subject Passenger Rail

Keywords: Northeast Corridor, passenger trains, costs, capacity, interference

Abstract:

This study evaluates the costs of additional improvements of the current Northeast Corridor (Boston to Washington) Metroliner Service, employing improved facilities on existing...

Report Number
FRA-ORD&D-74-3
Office
RRD