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1 Feb 1975

Technical Reports

Comparison of Two HSGT Magnetic Suspension Systems (Attraction)

Author
Robert H. Borchets

Subject Maglev

Keywords: Tracked Levitated Vehicles, Electromagnetic Suspension, High Speed Ground Transportation

Abstract: Two alternate attraction magnetic suspension systems are compared on a magnetic performance basis as well as on their lift-to-weight (l/w) capabilities. On an equal current basis...

Report Number
FRA-OR & D75-75
Office
RRD

1 Feb 1975

Technical Reports

Conceptual Design and Analysis of the Tracked Magnetically Levitated Vehicle Technology Program (TMLV). Repulsion Scheme. Executive Summary

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject High-Speed Passenger Rail, Maglev

Keywords: Vehicle Dynamics, Ride Quality, Superconducting Magnets, Guideway and Systems Analysis

Abstract: This report is an Executive Summary of FRA report 0R&D-75-21 which summarizes studies to establish the technology of repulsion magnetic suspension for ultimate use in a...

Report Number
FRA-OR&D-75-21C
Office
RRD

1 Oct 1973

Technical Reports

Track Geometry Survey Device for LIM Research Vehicle Test Track

Author
Hector Medecki, Sergio Panunzio

Subject Track

Keywords: Linear Induction Motor, Data Acquisition System, Laser Beam, Support Rail

Abstract:

A track survey device was designed, built and operated to measure the geometry of the FRA Linear Induction Motor Test Track at Pueblo, Colorado. A laser beam is used for the...

Report Number
FRA-ORD &D-7 4-36
Office
RDI-21

1 Jul 1973

Other Reports

Guidelines for Writing Railroad Operating Rules

Author
Donald B. Devoe and Anne W. Story

Abstract: This report constitutes an aid to persons or groups who must create or revise railroad operating rules. It provides guidance for avoiding confusion, ambiguity and misconceptions...

1 Jun 1973

Technical Reports

Analyses of Rail Vehicle Dynamics in Support of Development of the Wheel Rail Dynamics Research Facility

Author
Herbert Weinstock

Subject Evaluation

Keywords: Rail Vehicle Dynamics

Abstract:

The development of experimental facilities for rail vehicle testing at the DOT High Speed Ground Test Center is being complemented by analytical studies conducted by...

Report Number
MA-06-0025-73
Office
RDI-21