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2
Dec
2019
Technical Reports
Development of Enhanced Overlay Positive Train Control (EO-PTC)
Subject
Positive Train Control
Keywords: Positive Train Control, PTC, Enhanced Overlay Positive Train Control, EO-PTC, train control, rail signaling, traffic capacity improvement
Abstract: Transportation Technology Center, Inc. (TTCI) researched a new method of train control proposed to increase operational efficiency where Positive Train Control (PTC) equipment...
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-19/44
Office
RDI-23
2
Dec
2019
Technical Reports
Wheel Bearing Brake/Instrumented Wheelset (WBB/IWS) Friction Characterization Study
Subject
Track
Keywords: Wheel/rail interface, W/R, friction, angle of attack, AoA, traction curves, instrumented wheelset, IWS, rolling contact fatigue, wear, tribometer
Abstract: The wheel/rail (W/R) interface experiences variable friction conditions during in-service operation. This is due mainly to the application of top-of-rail friction modifiers (...
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-19/46
Office
RDI-21
1
Nov
2019
Quarterly Performance Reports
Quarterly Report on the Performance and Service Quality of Intercity Passenger Train Operations Q4 FY2019
Keywords: Quarterly Report on the Performance and Service Quality of Intercity Passenger Train Operations Q4 FY2019
25
Oct
2019
Technical Reports
Prototype Design and Evaluation of Hybrid Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Gas Turbine Systems for use in Locomotives
Subject
Rolling Stock
Keywords: Solid oxide fuel cell-gas turbine, SOFC-GT, hybrid fuel cell system, National Fuel Cell Research Center, NFCRC, fuel cell, gas turbine, prototype design, locomotive engine
Abstract: Hybrid solid oxide fuel cell-gas turbine (SOFC-GT) systems are among the most efficient and lowest emitting power generation systems conceived for use in locomotives. Their...
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-19/43
Office
RDI-22
16
Oct
2019
Research Results
Rail Safety Training for Law Enforcement
Subject
Emergency Preparedness,
Grade Crossing and Trespass Outreach/Education
Keywords: LERT, QNA, crossing, training, video
Abstract: The Rail Safety Training Course for Law Enforcement is a video-based training for emergency dispatchers that teaches them how to safely respond to rail accidents.
Report Number
RR 19-19
Office
RDI-23