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24
Jul
2018
Policy and Guidance
Revised Positive Train Control Guidance Regarding Interoperability Testing, Operations and Maintenance Manuals, and Certification Responsibilities
Subject
Positive Train Control
Keywords: Positive Train Control, Interoperability, Testing,
Abstract: In January and February 2017, FRA issued three guidance letters regarding positive train control (PTC) system interoperability testing; Operations and Maintenance Manual (OMM)...
20
Jul
2018
Safety Advisories
Addressing Electrode-Induced Rail Pitting From Pressure Electric Welding
Subject
Safety Advisories
Abstract: FRA is issuing Safety Advisory 2018-01 to remind railroads, contractors, and the rail welding industry of the potential for electrode-induced rail pitting and fatigue cracking...
Safety Advisory Number
2018-01
12
Jul
2018
Technical Reports
Research on Methods for Enhancing Positive Train Control Freight Braking Algorithms
Subject
Positive Train Control
Keywords: Positive Train Control, PTC, Monte Carlo Simulations, PTC enforcement Braking Algorithm, Brake Force Calculation, Umler®, PTC Braking Algorithm
Abstract: The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) sponsored a research project, executed by Transportation Technology Center, Inc. (TTCI) to investigate methods for enhancing the data...
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-18/19
Office
RDI-23
26
Jun
2018
Technical Bulletins
49 CFR Part 240 Safety Guidance: Motor Vehicle recordkeeping requirements; National Driver Register Data with States
Subject
Operating Practices
Keywords: Engineer Certification
Abstract: The Bulletin recognizes changes the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA) has made to streamline the process for obtaining information from the National Driver...
Bulletin Number
OP-2018-01
Discipline
Operating Practices
22
Apr
2018
Reference Materials
How to Compete for New FRA Grants
Subject
Grants & Financial Assistance
Keywords: Grant Program Application Training
Abstract: Provide guidance to applicants on how to compete for new FRA grants.