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Development of an Operationally Efficient PTC Braking Enforcement Algorithm for Freight Trains: Appendices F

Report + Appendices A–E Appendices F Appendices G–L

Development of an Operationally Efficient PTC Braking Enforcement Algorithm for Freight Trains

Report + Appendices A–E Appendices F Appendices G–L

PTC RF Messaging Cost Allocation Calculator

Methodology for Cost Apportionment for a Shared 220 MHz RF Network in a Multi-railroad, Dense Traffic Area

Human Factors Guidelines for Locomotive Cabs

This document presents human factors guidelines for the evaluation of the locomotive cab. These guidelines are part of an effort to evaluate working conditions and safety in the locomotive cab. The guidelines will serve as a decision-making tool for evaluating current and proposed locomotive...

Higher Speed Freight Truck Market Analysis

A market analysis was conducted on behalf of FRA to determine the viability for implementation of higher speed freight rail service in anticipation of high-speed passenger rail service on upgraded freight rail corridors. The analysis focused on the potential need for higher speed freight service...

Legacy Microwave to IP Microwave Conversion

Kansas City Southern Railway FRA Grant Methodology, Activities and Lessons Learned

Using Cognitive Task Analysis to Inform Issues in Human Systems Integration in Railroad Operations

U. S. Railroad operations are undergoing rapid changes involving the introduction of new technologies such as positive train control (PTC), energy management systems (EMS), and electronically controlled pneumatic (ECP) brakes in the locomotive cab. To help ensure these and other new technologies...

Investigating Technical Challenges and Research Needs Related to Shared Corridors for High-Speed Passenger

The development of both incremental and dedicated high-speed rail lines in the United States poses a number of questions. Despite nearly 50 years of international experience in planning, designing, building and operating high-speed passenger infrastructure and rolling stock, there is a range of...

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