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Conceptual Requirements of the Superconducting Linear Induction Motor

This study is a feasibility and conceptual design study of a superconducting linear induction motor for Maglev applications. Superconducting materials are maturing to the extent that a superconducting linear motor can be built with existing niobium titanium superconducting technology. Several...

Commuter-Intercity Rail Improvement Study (Boston-New York)

This study documents potential system improvements to benefit commuter and intercity rail passenger service in the Boston-New York corridor. The study was conducted by the Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (VNTSC) for the Department of Transportation under the direction of a Task...

Advanced Train Control System Evaluation

This study was an evaluation of whether an Advanced Train Control System (ATCS) helped, hindered or was neutral with respect to the train handling and operating rule observance of locomotive engineers. Thirty engineers were randomly assigned to three groups representing the use of (1) an ATCS...

Advanced Power Conditioning for Maglev Systems

The final report contains parametric scaling data and computer models of power conditioning equipment applicable to the design of an advanced maglev system. The power conditioning topologies were selected based on data from a literature search, on characteristics of present power semiconductor...

Advanced Low-Cost, High-Performance Guideway Concepts

This report presents the results of a program to develop a high-performance, low -cost guideway configuration to meet the requirements of a United States Maglev system. This work initially involved research to identify and quantify the guideway design requirements specific to such a U.S. system...

Wheel/Truck Tolerance Experiment at FAST

The test program described in this report covers the investigation of the performance of trucks in freight cars influenced by various mechanical factors. The primary issue was the effect of axle misalignment on the behavior of three-piece trucks. Secondary tests were carried out to investigate the...