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Locomotive Emissions Test Stand with Particulate Matter Measurement Integration

This project builds upon previous research efforts, in which a complete instruction manual and bill of materials was developed for a blueprint that allows any organization in the railroad industry to build their own locomotive emissions measurement setup. A full scale emissions test was conducted...

Full-Scale Dynamic Testing of Locomotive Crashworthy Components

The Office of Research, Development, and Technology of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and the Volpe Center are evaluating new occupant protection technologies to increase the safety of passengers and operators in rail equipment. In view of the importance of override prevention in train-...