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This research develops a cyber security risk analysis methodology for communications-based connected railroad technologies. The methodology can be tailored to specific use cases and system designs. By implementing the methodological framework, the study can identify potential cyber attack...
The Train Energy and Dynamics Simulator (TEDS) is simulation software, funded by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and developed by Sharma & Associates, Inc. (SA), to study train operation safety and performance as affected by equipment, train makeup, train handling, track conditions...
Overview: Funding for this program supports the certification of state inspectors to conduct investigative and surveillance activities to ensure that the application and interpretation of federal railroad safety rules, regulations, orders, and standards reflect the same national uniformity...
FRA is responsible for administering federal grants to Amtrak, which has led to increased FRA oversight of Amtrak spending since FY 2003.
Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI)A national not-for-profit rail safety organization, OLI receives federal...
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Overview: The Magnetic Levitation (Maglev) Deployment Grants Program has funded preconstruction planning activities and capital costs of viable, existing Maglev projects, including projects that involve technologies that employ Maglev in conjunction with other complementary technologies....
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) prepared an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Western Rail Yard (WRY) Infrastructure Project under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), 42 U.S.C. § 4321 et seq. and other applicable laws. FRA...
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) posts grant opportunities, cooperative agreements, as well as modifications to current grants or cooperative agreements on Grants.gov. Grants.gov is a "one-stop shop" for all potential grantees to electronically find and apply for grants and cooperative...