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1 Jan 1974

Technical Reports

Characterization of Drawgear Systems During Coupler Angling

Author
Steering Committee for the Track Train Dynamics Program

Subject Track/Train Interactions

Keywords: Couplers, Derailments, Mathematical Models, Superelevation, Steering

Abstract:

This reference manual on lateral force characteristics of various types of draft gears and couplers under draft and buff loads during angling was developed as part of the Track...

Report Number
R-187
Office
RDI-21

27 Dec 1973

Emergency Orders

Conditional Approval of Use of UTLX Tank Cars

Subject Hazardous Materials, Motive Power and Equipment

Emergency Order Number
Emergency Order 2, Amdt. 2

1 Nov 1973

Technical Reports

Assessment of Control Techniques for Reducing Emissions from Locomotive Engines

Author
J. O. Storment, K. J. Springer

Subject Environmental Protection

Keywords: Diesel Engines, Air Pollution, Environmental Impact

Abstract: The primary objective of this study was to determine the most effective method of reducing emissions of oxides of nitrogem from a two-cylinder version of an EMD series 567C...

Report Number
FRA-ORD§D-7 4-21
Office
RDI-22

1 Nov 1973

Other Reports

Ride Roughness Tests: Cleveland Transit System, September 1973

Author
Lowell V. Babb

Subject Evaluation

Keywords: Alternating Current Traction Monitors, Performance Tests, Direct Transit

Abstract: [From the Introduction] The Cleveland Transit System (CTS) has undertaken an UMTA- sponsored program to evaluate the use of alternating current traction motors on rapid transit...

Report Number
PM-P-5
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