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Low-Cost Coupler Force Calculation from Impact Testing

Document Series
Technical Reports
Author
Federal Railroad Administration
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-23/11
Office
RPD-22
Subject Hazardous Materials, Rolling Stock
Keywords
Tank Cars, Rail, Stub Sill Failures, Impact Test, Yard Operation, Car Coupling, Draft Gear, Instrumented Couplers, Longitudinal Force, Low-Cost
Low Cost Coupler Force.pdf (2.11 MB)

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Last updated: Monday, April 10, 2023