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Topics: Inspection , Optimization , Rails , Risk , Railroads , Computer-aided engineering , Decision making , Density , Nonlinear programming , Optimization algorithms

A Method for the Measurement and Efficient Removal of Rail Corrugation for the Subsequent Reestablishment of Profile

Christopher M. Hartsough, Jingzhe Zhang, Joseph W. Palese, Sergio DiVentura

JRC 2017; V001T01A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2253

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Topics: Rails , Grinding , Machining , Tool grinders , Computer software , Engines , Horsepower , Maintenance , Motors , Accelerometers

Optimizing Tamper Efficiency Through the Integration of Inertial Based Track Geometry Measurement

Joseph W. Palese, Sergio DiVentura, Ken Hill, Peter Maurice

JRC 2017; V001T01A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2255

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Topics: Geometry , Maintenance , Computer software , Failure , Measurement systems , Railroads , Rails , Control systems , Data collection , Design

Finite Element Analysis of Contributing Factors to the Horizontal Splitting Cracks in Concrete Crossties Pretensioned With Seven-Wire Strands

Hailing Yu

JRC 2017; V001T01A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2256

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Topics: Concretes , Finite element analysis , Fracture (Materials) , Wire , Fasteners , Damage , Engineering simulation , Rails , Simulation , Cycles

A Study on Subgrade Pressure Differential Over Regions of Known Substructure Transition as it Relates to Track Geometry

Joseph W. Palese, Allan M. Zarembski, Christopher M. Hartsough, Hugh Thompson, Michael E. Palese

JRC 2017; V001T01A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2261

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Topics: Geometry , Pressure , Trains , Rails , Compacting , Complex systems , Dynamic testing (Materials) , High speed rail , Maintenance , Pressure transducers

Quantification of Rail Displacements Under Light Rail Transit Field Loading Conditions

Alvaro E. Canga Ruiz, Matthew V. Csenge, J. Riley Edwards, Yu Qian, Marcus S. Dersch

JRC 2017; V001T01A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2277

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Topics: Rail transportation , Rails , Concretes , Displacement , Geometry , Instrumentation , Light rail vehicles , Railroads , Rotation , Stress

Influence of Fouling and Water Content of Ballast on Railway Substructure Bearing Capacity

A. K. Rohrman, H. F. Kashani, C. L. Ho

JRC 2017; V001T01A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2286

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Topics: Load bearing capacity , Railroads , Water , Computer software , Coulombs , Stability , Abrasion , Bearings , Continuous footings , Equilibrium (Physics)

Determining the Remaining Prestress Force in a Prestressed Concrete Crosstie

James D. Scott, Aaron A. Robertson, Robert J. Peterman, B. Terry Beck, Kyle A. Riding, John Wu

JRC 2017; V001T01A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2287

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Topics: Prestressed concrete , Stress , Fracture (Materials) , Concretes , Cracking (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Railroad ties , Cycles , Displacement , Equilibrium (Physics)

Accuracy of High Resolution 3D Optical Scanning of Crosstie Geometry for Assessment of Cross-Sectional Parameters and Long-Term Abrasion and Wear

B. Terry Beck, Aaron A. Robertson, Robert J. Peterman, Kyle A. Riding, John Wu

JRC 2017; V001T01A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2296

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Topics: Abrasion , Geometry , Resolution (Optics) , Wear , Electromagnetic scattering , Failure , Inertia (Mechanics) , Lasers , Manufacturing , Prestressed concrete

Transfer Length Characterization of Entire Crosstie Plant Casting Bed Using Continuously Traversing Dual-Camera Non-Contact Optical Strain Sensors

B. Terry Beck, Aaron A. Robertson, Robert J. Peterman, Kyle A. Riding, John Wu

JRC 2017; V001T01A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2297

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Topics: Casting , Strain sensors , Manufacturing , Cavities , Prestressed concrete , Quality control , Resolution (Optics) , Testing , Bearings , Doors

Effect of Particle Size and Shape Characteristics on Ballast Shear Strength: A Numerical Study Using the Direct Shear Test

Debakanta Mishra, S. M. Naziur Mahmud

JRC 2017; V001T01A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2322

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Topics: Particle size , Shapes , Shear (Mechanics) , Shear strength , Railroads , Computer simulation , Particulate matter , Discrete element methods , Stress , Construction

Multifunctional Coating System for Rail Track Applications

Hao Wang, Milad Salemi, P. N. Balaguru

JRC 2017; V001T01A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2323

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Topics: Coating processes , Coatings , Rails , Temperature , Durability , Absorption , Corrosion , Corrosion resistance , Cycles , Engineering simulation

Rail Equipment Engineering

Crack Growth Rates of Vertical Split Rim Wheel Failures

Daniel H. Stone, Steven L. Dedmon

JRC 2017; V001T02A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2205

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Topics: Failure , Fracture (Materials) , Wheels , Fatigue cracks

Performance of Passenger Rail Vehicles Under Blast Conditions: Testing and Modeling

Przemyslaw Rakoczy, Nicholas Wilson, Ian Bruce, Stephanie Myers

JRC 2017; V001T02A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2206

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Topics: Modeling , Rail vehicles , Testing , Finite element analysis , Damage , Rails , Transportation systems , Computational fluid dynamics , Explosives , Security

On Railroad Tank Car Emergency Braking Performance

Kevin J. Renze

JRC 2017; V001T02A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2245

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Topics: Braking , Emergencies , Railway tank cars , Trains , Brakes , Nitrile rubber , Locomotives , Signals , Automobiles , Collisions (Physics)

Results of a Diesel Multiple Unit Fuel Tank Blunt Impact Test

Karina Jacobsen, Michael Carolan

JRC 2017; V001T02A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2248

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Topics: Diesel , Fuel storage , Impact testing , Buckling , Deformation , Finite element analysis , Finite element model , Locomotives , Collisions (Physics) , Crashworthiness

Locomotive Crash Energy Management Coupling Tests

Patricia Llana, David Tyrell

JRC 2017; V001T02A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2249

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Topics: Energy management , Locomotives , Stress , Trains , Vehicles , Collisions (Physics) , Automobiles , Crashworthiness , Gears , Manufacturing

Models for the Residual Life of Railroad Bearing Grease in Laboratory and Industry Applications

Douglas H. Timmer, Constantine Tarawneh, Robert Jones

JRC 2017; V001T02A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2250

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Topics: Bearings , Railroads , Modeling , Computer software , Differential scanning calorimetry , Electromagnetic induction , Experimental design , Lubrication , Oxidation , Rails

Hysteresis Heating of Railroad Bearing Thermoplastic Elastomer Suspension Element

Oscar O. Rodriguez, Arturo A. Fuentes, Constantine Tarawneh, Robert E. Jones

JRC 2017; V001T02A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2257

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Topics: Bearings , Heating , Railroads , Thermoplastic rubber , Heat , Temperature , Elastomers , Finite element analysis , Manufacturing , Steady state

Radiative Heat Transfer Analysis of Railroad Bearings for Wayside Hot-Box Detector Optimization

Arthur Mealer, Constantine Tarawneh, Stephen Crown

JRC 2017; V001T02A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2260

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Topics: Bearings , Optimization , Radiative heat transfer , Railroads , Sensors , Temperature , Delays , Operating temperature , Safety , Temperature measurement

Development of Prognostic Techniques for Surface Defect Growth in Railroad Bearing Rolling Elements

Nancy De Los Santos, Robert Jones, Constantine M. Tarawneh, Arturo Fuentes, Anthony Villarreal

JRC 2017; V001T02A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2262

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Topics: Bearings , Railroads , Safety , Stress , Condition monitoring , Alloys , Dimensions , Electromagnetic scattering , Failure , Geometry

Evaluation of Subway Car Shell Condition for Extended Service

D. C. Warner, J. MacEwen, W. Krahn, J. A. Janiszewski, L. Morscheck, C. Woodbury, G. Hud, R. Iwanaga, S. Pradeep

JRC 2017; V001T02A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2265

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Topics: Shells , Subways , Fracture (Materials) , Collisions (Physics) , Inspection , Maintenance , Streetcars , Stress , Automobiles , Corners (Structural elements)

Sensor Fusion of Wayside Visible and Thermal Imagery for Rail Car Wheel and Bearing Damage Detection

Hanieh Deilamsalehy, Timothy C. Havens, Pasi Lautala

JRC 2017; V001T02A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2284

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Topics: Bearings , Damage , Rails , Sensors , Wheels , Inspection , Maintenance , Safety , Visible spectrum , Heat

Class K Axle Design and Repair by Machining

Steven L. Dedmon

JRC 2017; V001T02A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2309

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Topics: Design , Machining , Maintenance , Failure , Stress , Bearings , Damage , Freight cars , Inspection , Rails

Applied Structural Simulation in Railcar Design

Christof Hettiger

JRC 2017; V001T02A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2330

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Topics: Design , Simulation , Finite element analysis , Aerospace industry , Algebra , Approximation , Catalysts , Computer simulation , Computer technology , Cycles

Signal and Train Control Engineering

A Test Result on the Performance of Next Generation ITS Communication in the Railway Environment

Daekyo Shin, Soohyun Jang, Pusik Park

JRC 2017; V001T03A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2202

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Topics: Railroads , Waves , Construction , Performance evaluation

Deceleration Rates for Safe Braking Distance Calculations

David F. Thurston

JRC 2017; V001T03A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2204

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Topics: Braking , Trains , Brakes , Control systems , Optimization

Loss Analysis in the Trackside RF Chain of a Radio-Based CBTC System

Arash Aziminejad, Gabriel Epelbaum

JRC 2017; V001T03A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2214

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Topics: Chain , Communications based train control , Design , Reflection , Stress , Circuits , Drive chain

Secure Intelligent Radio for Trains (SIRT)

K. R. Damindra S. Bandara, Satish Kolli, Duminda Wijesekara

JRC 2017; V001T03A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2243

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Topics: Trains , Engines , Railroads , Switches , Design , Electromagnetic noise , Engineering prototypes , Reliability , Safety , Security

Lessons Learned for CBTC Data Communications Subsystems Design and Deployment in a “Brown Field” Environment

Michael Fitzmaurice

JRC 2017; V001T03A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2269

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Topics: Communications based train control , Design , Trains , Control equipment , Testing , Transportation systems

Solutions for Cross-Border Technical Interoperability With ERTMS: ERTMS-PTC Convergence

Alex Fanea

JRC 2017; V001T03A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2280

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Topics: Blocks (Building materials) , Casting , Decision making , Design , Hazard analysis , Overlays (Materials engineering) , System architecture

Challenges With Applying Axle Counter Technology in the USA

John Hofbauer

JRC 2017; V001T03A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2293

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Topics: Circuits , Communications based train control , Electromagnetic compatibility , Emissions , Failure , Railroads , Rails , Signals , Testing , Trains

A Modular Energy Model for the Low Power Radio Domain in Linear-Topology Hybrid Technology Networking

Sushanta Mohan Rakshit, Michael Hempel, Hamid Sharif

JRC 2017; V001T03A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2299

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Topics: Topology , Chain , Modeling , Railroads , Energy consumption , Bearings , Design , Failure , Hardware , Locomotives

Improving Rail Connectivity Through 3GPP Technology

David Rothbaum, Nabil Debsi

JRC 2017; V001T03A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2342

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Topics: Rails , Railroads , Trains , Cities , Communications based train control , Public utilities , Safety , Surveillance , Telecommunications , Telemetry

Service Quality and Operations Research

Train Circulation Planning: Quantitative Approaches

Plínio Vilela, Mônica Cachoni, Anderson Vieira, Luciano Christofoletti

JRC 2017; V001T04A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2223

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Topics: Trains , Railroads , Optimization , Rail transportation , Delays , Simulation , Traffic , Transportation systems

Planning the Ridesharing Route for the First-Mile Service Linking to Railway Passenger Transportation

Zheyong Bian, Xiang Liu

JRC 2017; V001T04A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2251

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Topics: Algorithms , Public transportation , Railroads , Simulated annealing , Trains , Transportation systems , Vehicles

Brazilian Rail Network Statement: A Tool for Fostering Rail Interoperability

Fábio C. Barbosa

JRC 2017; V001T04A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2291

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Topics: Rails , Resolution (Optics) , Negotiation , Fuels , Gages , Land transport , Locomotives , Maintenance , Safety , Stress

Energy Consumption and Passenger Compensation in Disruption Management

Luis Cadarso, Ángel Marín

JRC 2017; V001T04A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2306

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Topics: Delays , Energy consumption , Rails , Trains

Planning and Development

Results of the 2016 Hiawatha Service Passenger Survey

Benjamin R. Sperry, Tyler Collins

JRC 2017; V001T05A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2273

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Topics: Highways , Rails , Trains , Transportation systems

Performance Measurement and Quality Assurance Applications for Passenger Rail Planning

Benjamin R. Sperry, Curtis A. Morgan

JRC 2017; V001T05A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2274

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Topics: Quality control , Rails , Transportation systems , Customer service , Decision making , Measurement systems

Safety and Security

A New Advance in Tunnel Ventilation Design Planning

Mark P. Colino, Elena B. Rosenstein

JRC 2017; V001T06A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2203

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Topics: Design , Tunnels , Ventilation , Trains , Emergencies , Rails , Fire , Air flow , Construction , Construction equipment

FRA Training Requirements

Dave Schlesinger

JRC 2017; V001T06A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2213

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Topics: Accidents , Delays , Fatigue , Human factors , Railroads , Regulations , Safety , Training programs

Development of an Intelligent Module Used in Railway Level Crossings to Solve the Safety and Punctuality Issues in Urban Area

Tu-Huan Lin, Yu-Lin Shih, Jyh-Cherng Jong, Chian-Shan Suen

JRC 2017; V001T06A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2220

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Topics: Cities , Railroads , Safety , Trains , Traffic , Roads , Vehicles , Accidents , Computer software , Flow (Dynamics)

A Joint Rail Conference Grand Challenge: Developing a Culture of Student/Rail Industry Problem Solving

Greg Placencia

JRC 2017; V001T06A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2230

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Topics: Rails , Students , Safety , Railroads , Air traffic control , Aircraft , Avionics , Cancer , Diseases , Electronics

Probabilistic Analysis of Flying Ballast on High-Speed Rail Lines

Jieyi Deng, Guoqing Jing, Xiang Liu

JRC 2017; V001T06A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2236

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Topics: High speed rail , Probability , Safety , Accounting , Damage , Flight , Modeling , Particulate matter , Risk , Risk assessment

Visualization of Railroad Equipment Accident Causes Using Data Visualization Systems and GIS

Trefor Williams, John Betak

JRC 2017; V001T06A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2239

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Topics: Accidents , Railroads , Visualization , Rails , Climate change , Density , Precipitation , Temperature , Trains , Trucks

A Survey of Railyard Worker Protection Approaches and System Design Considerations

Subharthi Banerjee, Michael Hempel, Hamid Sharif

JRC 2017; V001T06A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2246

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Topics: Design , Railroads , Sensors , Safety , Collisions (Physics) , Machinery , Modeling , Wireless sensor networks , Accounting , Blood

Organizational Culture

Dave Schlesinger

JRC 2017; V001T06A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2247

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Topics: Accidents , Rails , Risk , Safety , Transportation systems

Evaluation of Grade Crossing Hazard Ranking Models

Benjamin R. Sperry, Bhaven Naik, Jeffery E. Warner

JRC 2017; V001T06A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2271

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Topics: Hazards , Accidents , Highways , Railroads , Rails , Risk , Safety , Transportation systems

Failure Analysis of LNG Rail Locomotives

Chris B. LaFleur, Alice B. Muna, Katrina M. Groth, Matthew St. Pierre, Melissa Shurland

JRC 2017; V001T06A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2275

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Topics: Failure analysis , Liquefied natural gas , Locomotives , Rails , Hazards , Failure mechanisms , Risk , Failure mode and effects analysis , Maintenance , Natural gas

Development of Candidate New Emergency Warning Signals (EWS) to Improve Railroad Safety

Jason Ross, Tom Campbell, Basant Parida, Mark Arnoldy, Tarek Omar

JRC 2017; V001T06A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2281

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Topics: Emergencies , Railroads , Safety , Signals , Trains , Locomotives , Acoustics , Design , Ear , Pressure

A Human Factors-Based ICrossing System

Andrew Fayerweather, Ryan Smith, David Fillman, Hai Huang

JRC 2017; V001T06A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2283

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Topics: Computers , Highways , Railroads , Rails , Roads , Sensors , Trains

Effectiveness of Using SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Data to Analyze Driver Behavior at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings

Aaron Dean, Pasi Lautala, David Nelson

JRC 2017; V001T06A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2288

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Topics: Highways , Rails , Machinery , Collisions (Physics) , Density , Probability , Rail transportation , Railroads , Testing

The Importance of Preparedness for Emergency Response to Railway Incidents

John Cockle, Larry Day

JRC 2017; V001T06A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2292

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Topics: Emergency preparedness , Emergency response , Railroads , Collisions (Physics) , Damage , Public transportation , Rail transportation , Supply chains , Transportation systems , Wounds

Selection of Representative Crossings Database for the Evaluation of Driver Behavior Over Highway-Rail Grade Crossings

Modeste Muhire, Pasi Lautala, David Nelson, Aaron Dean

JRC 2017; V001T06A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2294

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Topics: Databases , Highways , Rails , Accidents , Risk , Traffic , Vehicles

Internet of Things (IoT)-Based Apparatus and Method for Rail Crossing Alerting of Static or Dynamic Rail Track Intrusions

Daniel Minoli, Benedict Occhiogrosso

JRC 2017; V001T06A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2304

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Topics: Internet of things , Rails , Railroads , Trains , Accidents , Automobiles , Computer security , Safety , Security , Trucks

A Review of Developing Railcar Design Fires for Smoke Control System Design

Brian Y. Lattimer, Michael Ferreira

JRC 2017; V001T06A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2327

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Topics: Control systems , Design , Fire , Smoke , Heat , Modeling , Rails , Testing , Tunnels

Recent Experience on Guideway Intrusion Detection System Implementations

Jörg Schütte, Sven Scholz

JRC 2017; V001T06A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2334

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Topics: Intrusion prevention systems , Trains , Clearances (Engineering) , Public transportation , Rails , Statistics as topic , Subways

Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

Simulated Comparison of Energy Storage Systems for Heavy Haul Locomotives

Qing Wu, Maksym Spiryagin, Peter Wolfs, Yan Sun, Colin Cole

JRC 2017; V001T07A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2217

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Topics: Energy storage , Locomotives , Diesel , Batteries , Flywheels , Trains , Traction , Exergy , Fuel consumption , Fuels

A Framework for Defining a Sustainability Rating System for Railway Track-Beds

Sara Bressi, Gaetano Di Mino, Davide Lo Presti

JRC 2017; V001T07A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2232

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Topics: Railroads , Sustainability , Air pollution , Construction , Design , Emissions , Energy consumption , Green design , Highway engineering , Maintenance

LNG Use in Freight Rail Industry as an Economic and Environmental Driver: A Technical, Operational and Economic Assessment

Fábio C. Barbosa

JRC 2017; V001T07A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2233

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Topics: Economic analysis , Liquefied natural gas , Rails , Locomotives , Diesel , Fuels , Engines , Natural gas , Emissions , Nitrogen oxides

Energy Harvesting Potential Comparison Study of a Novel Railway Vehicle Bogie System With the Hydraulic-Electromagnetic Energy-Regenerative Shock Absorber

Jia Mi, Lin Xu, Sijing Guo, Lingshuai Meng, Mohamed A. A. Abdelkareem

JRC 2017; V001T07A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2241

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Topics: Energy harvesting , Railway vehicles , Shock absorbers , Suspension systems , Damping , Design , Generators , Hydraulic motors , Vehicles , Vibration

Design and Analysis of Parallel Interconnection Hydraulic-Electric Energy-Harvesting Active Radial Steering Bogie System

Lingshuai Meng, Lin Xu, Junyi Zou, Jia Mi, Sijing Guo

JRC 2017; V001T07A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2263

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Topics: Design , Energy harvesting , Energy recovery , Rails , Shock absorbers , Trains , Vibration , Wheels , Cycles , Damping

Incorporating Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in Freight Transportation Infrastructure Project Evaluation

Soumith Kumar Oduru, Pasi Lautala

JRC 2017; V001T07A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2303

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Topics: Life cycle assessment , Transportation systems , Emissions , Carbon dioxide , Computer software , Copper , Cycles , Energy consumption , Fossil fuels , Nickel

Electrification

EMFRail: A Tool to Calculate Rail Traction Electromagnetic Fields

Jorge Garzón, José Carlos Hidalgo, Federico Jorreto, Patricia Cara, Joaquín Ramos

JRC 2017; V001T09A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2201

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Topics: Electromagnetic fields , Rails , Traction , Currents , Railroads , Hazards , Design , Regenerative braking , Simulation , Steady state

Corrosion Control of Modern Light Rail Transit (LRT) Systems

Michael Berman, Quentin P. Williams

JRC 2017; V001T09A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2207

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Topics: Corrosion protection , Rail transportation , Transportation systems , Corrosion , Design , Currents , Damage , Electrolysis , Failure , Testing

Modified Voltage Control Law for Low Frequency Railway Power Systems

John Laury, Lars Abrahamsson, Math Bollen

JRC 2017; V001T09A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2224

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Topics: Power systems (Machinery) , Railroads , Stress , Risk

AC Cables Strengthening Railway Low Frequency AC Power Supply Systems

Lars Abrahamsson, Daniel Serrano Jimenez, John Laury, Math Bollen

JRC 2017; V001T09A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2258

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Topics: Alternating current (Electricity) , Cables , Railroads , Power systems (Machinery) , Transmission lines , Traffic , Stress , Trains , Density , Energy generation

Assessment of Pantograph Loss-of-Contact Transients: A Follow-Up

Bih-Yuan Ku, Guan-Ru Chen

JRC 2017; V001T09A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2270

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Topics: Transients (Dynamics) , Sensors , Strips , Wire

Onboard Energy Storage System: Ground Fault Detection and Protection

Jason Krause, John McPhee

JRC 2017; V001T09A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2290

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Topics: Energy storage , Flaw detection , Traction , Vehicles , Currents , Streetcars , Automotive design , Capacitors , Chain , Circuits

Metrolinx’s Toronto Electrification Project: Phase 1 — The Engineering Survey

Scott Paterson, Craig Sheriff, James Ferguson

JRC 2017; V001T09A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2319

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Topics: Bridges (Structures) , Engineering design , Engineering design processes , Lasers , Railroads , Rails , Safety , Sensors , Surveying , Traffic

Vehicle Track Interaction

Vibration Performance in Frequency Domain of CRTS I Double-Block Ballastless Track

Feng Dai, Ying Zhu, Xueyi Liu

JRC 2017; V001T10A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2216

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Topics: Vibration , Resonance , Rails , Stiffness , Fasteners , Mechanical admittance , Displacement , Wheels

Locomotive Studies Utilizing Multibody and Train Dynamics

Maksym Spiryagin, Qing Wu, Yan Quan Sun, Colin Cole, Ingemar Persson

JRC 2017; V001T10A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2221

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Locomotives , Trains , Simulation , Traction , Braking , Computer software , Approximation , Design , Modeling

Rail Cleaning Process and its Influence on Locomotive Performance

Maksym Spiryagin, Peter Wolfs, Qing Wu, Colin Cole, Sanath Alahakoon, Yan Quan Sun, Tim McSweeney, Valentyn Spiryagin

JRC 2017; V001T10A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2222

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Topics: Locomotives , Rails , Wheels , Friction , Traction , Adhesion , Braking , Computer software , Contamination , Dynamics (Mechanics)

Fixed-Order Controller Design for a High Speed Railway Vehicle

Semiha Türkay, Aslı S. Leblebici, Hüseyin Akçay

JRC 2017; V001T10A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2017-2302

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