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1 Sep 1986

Technical Reports

Energy Management Guildelines for Rail Transit Systems: Volume II

Author
Richard A. Uher, Onkar N. Sharma

Subject Best Practices

Keywords: Power Rate Structure, Operating Cost Analysis, Energy Reduction

Abstract: The cost of electricity is a significant portion of the operating costs of rail transit systems. The impact of increasing energy costs is felt by those systems presently in...

Report Number
UMTA-PA-06-0083-86-3
Office
RRD

1 Mar 1986

Technical Reports

L/V Ratio Variations with Axle Loads

Author
L. E. Daniels

Subject Best Practices

Keywords: FAST

Report Number
AD-060
Office
RRD

1 Dec 1985

Technical Reports

Laboratory Tests of Two 100-Ton Covered Hopper Cars

Author
George Kachadourian

Subject Safety Performance Measures

Keywords: Harmonic Roll, Vibration Test Unit, VTU, Truck Properties, Safety Performance

Abstract: The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and the Association of American Railroads (AAR) have jointly sponsored an experimental program to study the 100-ton covered hopper car...

Report Number
FRA/ORD-85/13
Office
RRD

1 Jul 1985

Technical Reports

Analytic Studies of the Effects of Track Geometry Variation

Author
F.B. Blader, G.L. Mealy

Subject Safety Performance Measures

Keywords: Computer Simulation, Mathematical Dynamic Curving, Hunting, Wheel/Rail Forces, Profiles, Derailment, Track Geometry, Track Safety Standards

Abstract: In this report, analyses are described which were used to aid in the planning of tests carried out on track in Bennington, New Hampshire in August 1982. These tests were designed...

Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-85-01
Office
RRD

1 Jul 1985

Other Reports

Rail-Highway Crossing Safety Report

Author
Office of Safety

Subject Safety Performance Measures, Grade Crossings

Abstract: Also on Title Page: DOT/FRA RR Safety Initiatives : Railroad Crossings Over the years, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has worked closely with the Federal Highway...

Office
RRS