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1
Oct
1992
Other Reports
A Comparison of U.S. and Foreign Safety Regulations for Potential Application to Maglev Systems
Subject
Maglev
Keywords: Germany, Safety Assessment, Rail Vehicle, Operating System, Railroad Technology
Abstract: Under current legislation, the FRA has the responsibility for safety assurance of any maglev or high-speed rail system operated in public service in the United States. As part...
Office
RRD
1
Oct
1992
Technical Reports
Advanced Train Control System Evaluation
Subject
Evaluation
Keywords: ATCS Display, Alternative Display, Study
Abstract: This study was an evaluation of whether an Advanced Train Control System (ATCS) helped, hindered or was neutral with respect to the train handling and operating rule observance of...
Report Number
FRA/ORD-92/32
Office
RRD
1
Oct
1992
Technical Reports
Maglev System Concept Definition: Maglev System Concept Definition Report
Subject
Maglev
Keywords: Superconducting Magnet, Guideway, Vehicle, Linear Motor, Cryostat, Bogie, System Costs
Abstract: This report presents the Foster-Miller Maglev System Concept, which is based on the electrodynamic repulsive principle using superconducting magnets. The system uses a null-flux...
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-92/01
Office
RRD
28
Sep
1992
Other Reports
Test Plan for X2000 Evaluation
Subject
Evaluation
Keywords: High Speed Stability Tests, Cant Deficiency, Simulations
Abstract: [From the Overview] The evaluation program for the X2000 trainset, as currently planned, involves a series of different technical tests to be followed by one or more simulated or...
Office
RRD
1
Sep
1992
Other Reports
Recommendations for Acoustical Test Facility for Maglev Research
Subject
Maglev
Keywords: Noise Assessment, Test Program, Environmental Impact
Abstract: Noise from high speed operations of a maglev system is a source of concern. The German and Japanese prototype maglev systems generate high noise levels at very high speeds....
Report Number
291550-4