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Sep
2020
Technical Reports
Trespass Risk in Quiet Zones
Subject
Trespass Countermeasures,
Trespasser Programs
Keywords: FRA, railroads, light rail, transit, trespass, right-of-way, quiet zone
Abstract: FRA sponsored a before-and-after research project looking at the risk of trespassing in quiet zones.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-20/37
Office
RDI-23
24
Aug
2020
Research Results
An Automated, Drone-Based Inspection System
Subject
Grade Crossing Technology,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings
Keywords: UAS, unmanned, aerial, drone, automated, grade crossing, infrastructure, railway, slope, vertical profile
Abstract: Researchers under SBIR contract developed a drone-based, automated grade crossing inspection system to check for humped conditions, vehicle sightlines and safety signage.
Report Number
RR 20-14
Office
RDI-21
19
Aug
2020
Research Results
Adapting Clear Signal for Action: An Early Risk Identification and Removal Process
Subject
Human Factors
Keywords: At-risk behaviors, Behavior Based Safety, Clear Signal for Action, continuous improvement, peer-to-peer observation, safety culture, safety leadership development, human factors, feedback
Report Number
RR 20-13
Office
RDI-24
22
Jul
2020
Technical Reports
Feasibility of Load-Shedding to Improve Efficiency and Reduce Energy Consumption on Passenger Locomotives, Phase I
Subject
Rolling Stock
Keywords: Head end power, HEP, heating and ventilation air conditioning, HVAC, passenger car, load shedding, locomotive, efficiency, heating and cooling, rolling stock
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-20/29
Office
RDI-22
10
Jul
2020
Technical Reports
Positive Train Control Braking Algorithm Evaluation Methodology Enhancement
Subject
Positive Train Control
Keywords: Positive Train Control Braking Algorithm Evaluation Methodology Enhancement
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-20/27
Office
RDI-23