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Bibliographic Reference of Magnetic Levitation and Linear Electric Motors Patents: Users Guide

Magnetic Levitation Bibliographic System (Maglev) is a software program which primarily consists of a Keyword List and numerous Patent Profiles with Abstracts (Patent). A user can enter a word from the Keyword list or utilize the Adhoc search feature and the program will search each Patent and each...

Assessment of the Potential for Magnetic Levitation Transportation Systems in the Unite States: Report Supplement

The Supplement of this report to Congress includes a more detailed discussion of technological, economic and legal issues involved in advancing a U.S. maglev system. Chapter I of the Supplement describes generic maglev concepts, the history of U.S., German, Japanese, and other maglev development as...

Assessment of the Potential for Magnetic Levitation Transportation Systems in the United States

Surface and air travel are projected to double from 1988 levels early in the 21st century. Magnetic levitation (maglev) is a relatively new transportation technology, which has the potential to alleviate growing highway and airway congestion, particularly in high-density intercity corridors. Maglev...

Appendix E: Explanation of Cost Models in Appendix C and Appendix D

This document proposes a cost model for Amtrak retention toilet systems. It includes totals by toilet, car, and route, discussing expected, favorable, and unfavorable scenarios.

Appendix D: Cost Model for Amtrak Retention Toilet Systems - Costs by Car Type

This document proposes a cost model for Amtrak retention toilet systems. It includes totals by toilet, car, and route, discussing expected, favorable, and unfavorable scenarios.

Appendix C: Cost Model for Amtrak Retention Toilet Systems - Costs by Route

This document proposes a cost model for Amtrak retention toilet systems. It includes totals by toilet, car, and route, discussing expected, favorable, and unfavorable scenarios.

Appendix A: Health Risk Assessment and Risk Management for Sewage Disposal from Amtrak Trains; Appendix B: Manufacturers' Technical Brochures

Amtrak collects human waste from on-board toilet facilities in holding tanks which are emptied at waste stations into municipal sewage systems. Employees who transfer the waste material, may be exposed to infectious agents or other harmful material. Therefore, it is appropriate to characterize the...

An Evaluation of Hazmat Double Stack COFC Configurations

[From the Introduction] The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is responsible for ensuring the safe transport of hazardous material by rail. The Office of Safety requested the Office of Research and Development to conduct a study on the use of double stack containers carrying hazardous materials...

Accident/Incident Bulletin No. 158: Calendar Year 1989

[From the Introduction] Railroads are required to file monthly accident/incident reports with the Federal Railroad Administration's (FRA) Office of Safety in accordance with 49 CFR 225. Bulletin 158 summarizes reportable accidents/incidents that occurred in the United States during 1989.

A Report on Tank Cars: Federal Oversight of Design, Construction, and Repair

Under the Federal Railroad Safety Act of 1970, the Secretary of Transportation is directed to prescribe regulations "for all areas of railroad safety." The Hazardous Materials Transportation Act grants the Secretary authority to issue regulations which "govern any safety aspect of the...

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