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Automatic Restart for Communication Based Train Control Systems

Anton Mirtchev
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 177-179, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70016
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70016
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Topics: Communications based train control
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Security of Railway EOT Systems

Paul V. Craven, Stephen Craven
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 199-204, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70023
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70023
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Topics: Railroads, Security, Trains, Braking, Emergencies
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Multi-Stage Hybrid Drives for Traction Applications

Paul A. Flaherty
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 171-175, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70013
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70013
View Paper titled, Multi-Stage Hybrid Drives for Traction Applications
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Topics: Railroads, Traction, Ultracapacitors, Batteries, Diesel, Capacitors, Cycles, Lead-acid batteries, Density, Energy storage
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A Practical Collision Avoidance System Implementation Using Proven Signaling Components

Chinnarao Mokkapati, Robert D. Pascoe
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 219-225, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70049
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70049
View Paper titled, A Practical Collision Avoidance System Implementation Using Proven Signaling Components
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Topics: Collision avoidance systems, Railroads, Safety, Collisions (Physics), Control systems, Signals, Switches, Traffic, Trains
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DC Frame Fault and Ground Fault Field Testing on TriMet Portland Light Rail System

Kinh D. Pham, Thomas Heilig, Kai Looijenga, Xavier Ramirez
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 151-164, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70010
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70010
View Paper titled, DC Frame Fault and Ground Fault Field Testing on TriMet Portland Light Rail System
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Topics: Flaw detection, Poles (Building), Rails, Resistors, Safety, Testing, Traction, Wire
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Renovation of Medium Capacity Transit System Traction Electronics at Taipei Rapid Transit System

Bih-Yuan Ku, Chin-Tsai Yeh
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 205-210, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70046
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70046
View Paper titled, Renovation of Medium Capacity Transit System Traction Electronics at Taipei Rapid Transit System
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Topics: Building renovation, Electronics, Traction, Transportation systems, Circuits, Failure, Gates (Closures), Motor drives, Product reliability, Trains
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Cutting Traction Power Costs With Wayside Energy Storage Systems in Rail Transit Systems

Louis Romo, David Turner, L. S. Brian Ng
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 187-192, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70019
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70019
View Paper titled, Cutting Traction Power Costs With Wayside Energy Storage Systems in Rail Transit Systems
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Topics: Cutting, Energy storage, Rail transportation, Traction, Trains, Rails, Energy consumption, Light rail vehicles, Braking, Cycles
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Strategy of Train Operation Under Maximum Train Capacity in Mass Rapid Transit Systems

Bwo-Ren Ke, Nanming Chen
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 165-170, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70012
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70012
View Paper titled, Strategy of Train Operation Under Maximum Train Capacity in Mass Rapid Transit Systems
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Topics: Public transportation, Trains, Dynamic programming, Energy consumption, Genetic algorithms
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Security of ATCS Wireless Railway Communications

Paul V. Craven, Stephen Craven
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 227-238, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70054
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70054
View Paper titled, Security of ATCS Wireless Railway Communications
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Topics: Railroads, Security, Signals, Control systems, Switches, Trains
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The RUNE Project: The Integrity Performances of GNSS-Based Railway User Navigation Equipment

Antonella Albanese, Livio Marradi, Giovanni Labbiento, Giovanni Venturi
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 211-218, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70048
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70048
View Paper titled, The RUNE Project: The Integrity Performances of GNSS-Based Railway User Navigation Equipment
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Topics: Navigation, Railroads, Trains, Safety, Errors, Maintenance, Security, Sensors, Signals, Calibration
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Using Fiber Optic-to-Radio Frequency (RF) Conversion for Communication-Based Train Control

Mark Lamborn, Matthew Thomas
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 181-186, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70018
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70018
View Paper titled, Using Fiber Optic-to-Radio Frequency (RF) Conversion for Communication-Based Train Control
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Topics: Communications based train control, Fibers
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Controlling and Executing Communications Based Train Control (CBTC) Installation and Testing With a CBTC-Ready Vehicle

Rajee P. Alexander, Edwin A. Mortlock
Proc. ASME. RTD2005, Joint Rail, 193-198, March 16–18, 2005
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: RTD2005-70021
https://doi.org/10.1115/RTD2005-70021
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Topics: Communications based train control, Testing, Vehicles, Automobiles, Design, Corrective actions, Dynamic testing (Engineering), Logistics, Maintenance, Project management
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A New Hybrid SVC Scheme With Scott Transformer for Balance Improvement

Wen-Shyan Chu, Jyh-Cherng Gu
Proc. ASME. JRC2006, Joint Rail, 217-224, April 4–6, 2006
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: JRC2006-94005
https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2006-94005
View Paper titled, A New Hybrid SVC Scheme With Scott Transformer for Balance Improvement
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Topics: Currents, High speed rail, Stress, Traction, Trains
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Fuelcell Hybrid Locomotives: Applications and Benefits

Arnold R. Miller, John Peters
Proc. ASME. JRC2006, Joint Rail, 287-293, April 4–6, 2006
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: JRC2006-94041
https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2006-94041
View Paper titled, Fuelcell Hybrid Locomotives: Applications and Benefits
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Topics: Locomotives, Trains
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Use of 2.4 GHz Frequency Band for Communications Based Train Control Data Communications Systems

Michael Fitzmaurice
Proc. ASME. JRC2006, Joint Rail, 263-267, April 4–6, 2006
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: JRC2006-94019
https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2006-94019
View Paper titled, Use of 2.4 GHz Frequency Band for Communications Based Train Control Data Communications Systems
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Topics: Communications based train control, Electromagnetic spectrum, Radio equipment, Computers, Internet, Medical devices, Microwaves, Ovens, Public transportation, Risk
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DC Traction Power Supply and Distribution System for MARTA’s Armour Yard Rail Services Facility

Saiid Nikouee, Tim Ledbetter
Proc. ASME. JRC2006, Joint Rail, 241-252, April 4–6, 2006
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: JRC2006-94048
https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2006-94048
View Paper titled, DC Traction Power Supply and Distribution System for MARTA’s Armour Yard Rail Services Facility
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Topics: Armor, Rails, Traction, Maintenance, Storage, Inspection, Power systems (Machinery), Rail transportation, Trains
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Real-Time Asset Tracking and Monitoring Using Low-Cost Cellular Networks

Graham H. Truelove, Mike A. Foster, Vijay K. Kohli, Thomas G. Raslear
Proc. ASME. JRC2006, Joint Rail, 315-318, April 4–6, 2006
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: JRC2006-94025
https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2006-94025
View Paper titled, Real-Time Asset Tracking and Monitoring Using Low-Cost Cellular Networks
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Topics: Industrial research, Internet, Locomotives, Maintenance, Railroads, Safety, Traffic, Vehicles
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Modernization of the New York City Subway: Latest Update on the Canarsie Line Project

Corinne Braban, Nabil Ghaly
Proc. ASME. JRC2006, Joint Rail, 269-277, April 4–6, 2006
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: JRC2006-94042
https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2006-94042
View Paper titled, Modernization of the New York City Subway: Latest Update on the Canarsie Line Project
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Topics: Communications based train control, Subways
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Key Management Requirements for Positive Train Control Communications Security

Mark Hartong, Rajni Goel, Duminda Wijesekera
Proc. ASME. JRC2006, Joint Rail, 253-262, April 4–6, 2006
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: JRC2006-94016
https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2006-94016
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Topics: Railroads, Security, Trains, Control rooms, Electronic systems, Locomotives, Roads, Separation (Technology), Tradeoffs
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A Computer Vision System for Monitoring the Energy Efficiency of Intermodal Trains

Yung-Cheng Lai, Narendra Ahuja, Christopher P. L. Barkan, Joseph Drapa, John M. Hart, Larry Milhon
Proc. ASME. JRC2006, Joint Rail, 295-304, April 4–6, 2006
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: JRC2006-94047
https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2006-94047
View Paper titled, A Computer Vision System for Monitoring the Energy Efficiency of Intermodal Trains
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Topics: Computers, Energy efficiency, Intermodal transport, Trains, Automobiles, Stress, Machinery, Air flow, Algorithms, Computer software