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Technical Reports
Rail-Highway Crossing Resource Allocation Model
Keywords: Hazard Index; Accident Prediction, Benefit/Cost Ratio; Warning Device
Abstract: This report describes a procedure for optimizing the safety impact of grade crossing funding distribution, based on accident rates and cost effectiveness of warning...
Technical Reports
Assessment of Locomotive Crew In-Cab Occupational Noise Exposure
Keywords: Safety Assessment, Simplified Testing, In-Cab Sound Level
Abstract: The railroad industry, unlike most other U.S. industries, is not subject to the safety regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Instead, railroad workers...
Technical Reports
Grade Crossing Accident Injury Minimization Study
Keywords: crashworthiness
Abstract: This study identified and evaluated concepts for reducing injuries in grade crossing collisions. Promising concepts involved impact absorption, deflection, and braking. ...
Technical Reports
Rail-Highway Crossing Warning Device Life Cycle Cost Analysis
Keywords: Train Detection
Abstract: This report describes a procedure for optimizing funding of grade crossings by calculating the life cycle costs of active warning devices.
Technical Reports
The Effectiveness of Flashing Lights and Flashing Lights with Gates in Reducing Accident Frequency at Public Rail-Highway Crossings, 1975-1978
Abstract: This report describes the development of a resource allocation model based on the effectiveness of grade crossing warning devices in reducing accident potential.