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1
Nov
1996
Technical Reports
Concessions in Transport
Subject
Rail and Infrastructure Integrity
Keywords: Transport Infrastructure, Concession Structure,
Abstract: This paper considers world wide experience with a restricted range of the spectrum of options for private participation in the supply of transport infrastructure and services. One...
Office
RRD
1
Oct
1996
Reports to Congress
Enhancing Rail Safety Now and Into the 21st Century: The Federal Railroad Administration's Safety Program and Initiatives
Subject
Safety Advisories,
Safety Regulatory Analysis,
Safety Performance Measures
Keywords: Safety, Safety programs, Safety initiatives, Rail Safety
Abstract: The report assesses the new safety program, known as the Safety Assurance and Compliance Program (SACP). This program complements correction of safety issues on a site-by-site...
1
Sep
1996
Reports to Congress
Locomotive Crashworthiness and Cab Working Conditions
Subject
Crashworthiness - Tank Car
Keywords: Railroad Employees, Safety Measures, Cost/Benefit Analysis
Abstract: The Rail Safety Enforcement and Review Act (RSERA) mandated that the Secretary of Transportation conduct a proceeding to determine the need for action on locomotive...
1
Sep
1996
Technical Reports
Ride Quality Evaluation of High Speed Trains on the Northeast Corridor
Subject
Evaluation
Keywords: High Speed Rail, Cant Deficiency, Safety , Tilt Train, Lateral Acceleration, Curing, Vehicle Dynamics, Safety Regulations, Ride Quality
Abstract: A portable system to allow collection and analysis of carbody vibration data according to ISO standard 2631 was designed and built. This system allowed the FRA to record and...
Report Number
DOT-FRA-96-05
Office
RRD
1
Sep
1996
Other Reports
Intercity Freight and Passenger Rail: State and Local Project Reference Guide - Public-Private Partnerships and ISTEA
Subject
Evaluation
Keywords: Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991, Project Funding, Environmental Benefits
Abstract: [From the Introduction] This Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) reference guide is designed as a practical, single source document for local and state officials and other...
Office
RRD