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Technical Reports
Railroad Infrastructure Trespass Detection Performance Guidelines
Keywords: Obstacle detection; obstacle intrusion systems; intrusion detection; alternative detection technology systems; Right-of-way; trespass detection; deterrent system; railroad; railroad bridge; security; security system; motion detectors.
Abstract: This report discusses whether a video-based trespass monitoring and deterrent system for railroads may be useful in areas where trespassing is likely.
Other Reports
Intercity Passenger Rail On-Time Performance (OTP): Twelfth Quarterly OTP Report to Congress (January 2011)
Keywords: Intercity Passenger Rail On-Time Performance (OTP): Twelfth Quarterly OTP Report to Congress (January 2011)
Other Reports
Baltimore’s Railroad Network: Analysis and Recommendations
Keywords: Baltimore's Railroad Network
Technical Reports
Effect of Missing or Broken Fasteners on Gage Restraint of Concrete Ties
Keywords: Concrete Ties, Field Side Clips, Heavy Axle Load, Gage Side Clip, Gage Restrain, Wear
Abstract: From 2009 to 2010, the Transportation Technology Center, Inc., measured the gage restraint of a mainline concrete tie track affected by missing or broken fasteners. Measurements...
Environmental Review Documents
Crescent Corridor - Birmingham Regional Intermodal Facility Finding of No Significant Impact
Keywords: Crescent Corridor - Birmingham Regional Intermodal Facility Finding of No Significant Impact, Alabama, TIGER