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Testing and Validation of Special Trackwork for Automated Cracked Wheel Detector
In 2013, Transportation Technology Center, Inc. (TTCI) performed testing on the gage widened special trackwork segment designed for the ultrasonic automated cracked wheel detector system; and continues to perform well in 2020. The trackwork is assessed for the risk of wheel drop and back of...
Investigation of the Relationship between Crashworthiness Performance and Weight for High-Speed Train Operations in the U.S.
This report describes an evaluation of the effects of increased crashworthiness performance on high-speed train weight. The crashworthiness features investigated include occupied volume strength, energy absorption systems, seats, and fire protection systems. In each case, a baseline...
Federal Railroad Administration Announces Rail Inspection Technology Rule to Improve Track Safety
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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department...