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Topics: Algorithms , Artificial intelligence , Artificial neural networks , Computers , Construction , Damage , Failure , Inspection , Landslide risk , Landslides

Experimental Flexural Testing of Virgin and Post-Service Concrete Monoblock Tie for Computational Tool Development

Yu-Szu Chen, Robert J. Peterman, Christopher A. Jones

JRC 2022; V001T01A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78213

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Topics: Concretes , Testing , Rails , Stress , Deflection , Design , Fracture (Materials) , Prestressed concrete , ASTM International , Boundary-value problems

Estimating Uncertainties in Concrete Monoblock Railroad Tie Flexural Behavior Through Monte Carlo Simulation

Yu-Szu Chen, Christopher Jones, Robert Peterman

JRC 2022; V001T01A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78215

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Topics: Concretes , Flexural behavior , Railroad ties , Simulation , Uncertainty

Parameters Affecting Lateral Track Strength After Surfacing

Stephen Wilk

JRC 2022; V001T01A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78724

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Topics: Buckling , Density , Particulate matter , Rails , Risk , Risk assessment , Stability , Temperature , Testing , Transportation systems

Development of Track Geometry Degradation Model & Review of Recovery Models

Daniel Hailemichael Wordofa

JRC 2022; V001T01A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-79370

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Topics: Geometry

Forecasting Track Geometry Degradation Using GPR Based Ballast Condition

Allan M. Zarembski, Joseph W. Palese, Mike Nguyen

JRC 2022; V001T01A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-79586

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Topics: Geometry , Maintenance , Radar , Railroads

Development and Verification of a Moment-Curvature Based Railroad Tie Analysis Program

Yu-Szu Chen, Christopher A. Jones, Robert J. Peterman

JRC 2022; V001T01A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-79590

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Topics: Concretes , Crack propagation , Cracking (Materials) , Deflection , Design , Dimensions , Finite element analysis , Flexural behavior , Fracture (Process) , Geometry

Effect of Prestressing Wire Indent Geometry on Transfer Length and Tie Splitting Propensity

B. Terry Beck, Aaron A. Robertson, Robert J. Peterman

JRC 2022; V001T01A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-79748

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Topics: Geometry , Wire , Cracking (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Railroad ties , Prestressed concrete , ASTM International , Bearings , Bonding , Concretes

Rail Equipment Engineering

Wear Depth Analysis for Rail-Car Wheels: Case of Addis Ababa Light Rail Transit Service

Samrawit Abubeker, Celestin Nkundineza

JRC 2022; V001T02A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78160

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Topics: Fatigue , Rail transportation , Rails , Rolling contact , Wear , Wheels

Conductive Polymer Pad for Use in Freight Railcar Bearing Adapters

Jesse Aguilera, Constantine Tarawneh, Harry Siegel, Robert Jones, Santana Gutierrez

JRC 2022; V001T02A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78217

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Topics: Bearings , Carbon nanofibers , Electrical conductivity , Polymers , Urethane elastomers

Transient Thermal Analysis of a Railroad Bearing Adapter for Optimal Placement of Onboard Sensors

Javier E. Arroyo, Constantine Tarawneh, Arturo Fuentes, Roberto A. Garcia, Jose G. Gallegos

JRC 2022; V001T02A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78219

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Topics: Bearings , Finite element analysis , Railroads , Sensors , Temperature , Thermal analysis , Transients (Dynamics)

Feasibility and Roadmap for Applying Model Assisted Probability of Detection to Track Inspection

Jay Baillargeon, Daniel Einbinder, Radim Bruzek, John Tunna

JRC 2022; V001T02A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-80208

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Topics: Inspection , Probability

Signal and Train Control Engineering

Power Over CTC, A Novel Way to Control Signal Power Supplies

David F. Thurston

JRC 2022; V001T03A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-77801

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Topics: Signals , Railroads , Transmission lines , Power systems (Machinery) , Traffic , Computer software , Generators , Redundancy (Engineering) , Reliability , Safety

A Method for High Fidelity Simulations of Railway Virtual Coupling

Qing Wu, Xiaohua Ge, Colin Cole, Maksym Spiryagin

JRC 2022; V001T03A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-77987

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Topics: Railroads , Simulation , Trains , Vehicles , Computers , Control algorithms , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Braking , Rails , Safety

Agile Model-Based Systems Engineering of Passenger Train Operational Design

Josh Barrett, Nan Wang, Clara Carricajo, Jeanne-Marie Dalbavie

JRC 2022; V001T03A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78070

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Topics: Design , Systems engineering , Trains

Maximizing RF Communications Throughput for Railroad Applications at 160 MHz

Pejman Ghasemzadeh, Michael Hempel, Hamid Sharif, Tarek Omar

JRC 2022; V001T03A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-79575

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Topics: Emissions , Filters , Railroads , Rails , Regulations , Signals , Trains , Design , Emission spectroscopy , Spectroscopy

Modeling and Performance Evaluation of an RF Transceiver System at 160 MHz for Railroad Environments

Pejman Ghasemzadeh, Michael Hempel, Hamid Sharif, Tarek Omar

JRC 2022; V001T03A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-79579

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Topics: Modeling , Performance evaluation , Railroads , Electromagnetic spectrum , Signals , Cities , Design , Emission spectroscopy , Performance characterization , Reflection

Safety and Security

Hazard Management Plan for Mass Transit System

James Li, Andrew Howard, Amin Kalbasi

JRC 2022; V001T04A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78000

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Topics: Failure mode and effects analysis , Hazards , Public transportation

A Cyber-Physical Security Framework for Rail Transportation Data Systems

Arash Aziminejad

JRC 2022; V001T04A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78167

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Topics: Rail transportation , Security , Safety , Computer security , Containment , Control systems , Defense industry , Hardware , Internet of things , Rails

Dynamic Model of Resilient Wheel and its Performance Comparison

Xianting Hu, Zhao Xue, Jimin Zhang

JRC 2022; V001T04A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-79357

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Topics: Dynamic models , Stability , Wheels

Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

Advanced Modelling and Performance Evaluation of Hydrogen-Powered Heavy Haul Locomotive

Maksym Spiryagin, Frank Szanto, Kevin Oldknow, Peter Wolfs, Valentyn Spiryagin, Sanjar Ahmad, Qing Wu, Esteban Bernal, Colin Cole, Tim Mcsweeney

JRC 2022; V001T05A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78005

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Topics: Batteries , Hydrogen , Locomotives , Modeling , Performance evaluation , Power systems (Machinery) , Simulation , Traction , Trains

Battery Electric Rail Technology Review - A Technical and Operational Assessment. Current Status, Challenges and Perspectives

Fábio C. Barbosa

JRC 2022; V001T05A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78133

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Topics: Batteries , Emissions , Rails , Electrification , Density , Locomotives , Diesel , Energy efficiency , Traffic , Automobiles

Urban Passenger Rail Transport

Automated People Mover Technology Review - A Mobility Tool for Large Capacity Airports and Connecting Transit Systems

Fábio C. Barbosa

JRC 2022; V001T06A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78132

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Topics: Mechanical admittance , Transportation systems , Steel , Vehicles , Cables , Concretes , Electric motors , Rubber , Traffic , Trains

Vehicle Track Interaction

Dynamic Amplification of Transit Loads due to Derailment Impact

John A. Lobo, Robert MacNeill

JRC 2022; V001T07A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78032

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Topics: Stress , Stiffness , Bridges (Structures) , Rails , Vehicles , Pavement live loads , Springs , Trains , Accounting , Composite materials

Wheel-Rail Contact Force and Traction Analysis Under Wet and Oil-Contaminated Conditions

Ahmad Radmehr, Yu Pan, Ali Tajaddini, Edwin Vollebregt, Mehdi Ahmadian

JRC 2022; V001T07A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78233

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Topics: Rails , Rollers , Traction , Water , Wheels

Numerical Simulation of Train-Track Switch Interactions in the Presence of Surface Rail Defects for Determining Physical Sensor Placement for Structural Health Monitoring

Nikhil Pillai, Jou-Yi Shih, Clive Roberts

JRC 2022; V001T07A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-79455

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Topics: Computer simulation , Rails , Sensor placement , Structural health monitoring , Switches , Trains

Examination of Fast Track Geometry and Vehicle/Track Interaction Exceptions

Abe Meddah, Silvia Galván-Núñez

JRC 2022; V001T07A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-79569

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Topics: Geometry , Vehicles

Friction-Slip Curves – The Pathway From Twin-Disc Tribo Measurements to Full-Scale Locomotive Multibody Simulations

Esteban Bernal, Maksym Spiryagin, Sebastian Stichel, Nicola Bosso, Roger Lewis, Christopher Bosomworth, Qing Wu, Colin Cole

JRC 2022; V001T07A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-84111

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Topics: Disks , Friction , Locomotives , Machinery , Simulation , Traction

Implementation of the Contact Roughness at the Wheel-Rail Contact Model for Locomotive Traction Studies

Maksym Spiryagin, Sanjar Ahmad, Esteban Bernal, Kevin Oldknow, Ingemar Persson, Qing Wu, Colin Cole, Tim Mcsweeney

JRC 2022; V001T07A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-84116

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Topics: Locomotives , Rails , Surface roughness , Traction , Tribology , Wheels

Railroad History

Advances in Railway Mechanical Engineering 2020 – 2021 Survey – Locomotives

Timothy Mast

JRC 2022; V001T08A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78105

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Topics: Locomotives , Mechanical engineering , Railroads , Diesel , Hydrogen , Rails , Trains , Batteries , Biodiesel , Design

New Technologies

Fiber Optic System to Extend the Measuring Frequency Range of Pantograph Contact Force

Luigi Calvanese, Marco Carnevale, Alan Facchinetti

JRC 2022; V001T09A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78107

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Topics: Electricity (Physics) , Fiber Bragg gratings , Fibers , Locomotives , Monitoring systems , Sensors

Pilot Field Test of an Onboard Wireless Condition Monitoring System for Railroad Rolling Stock

Marco A. Barrera, Lee R. Cantu, Constantine Tarawneh, Heinrich Foltz, Brent Wilson, Byron Porter

JRC 2022; V001T09A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78173

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Topics: Bearings , Condition monitoring , Railroads

Performance of a Thermoelectric-Based Energy Harvesting Device on a Realistic Railroad Route

Martin Amaro, Jr., Constantine Tarawneh, Heinrich Foltz, Ruben Aguilera Toro, Curtis Peña

JRC 2022; V001T09A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78200

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Topics: Energy harvesting , Generators , Railroads

Intelligent Transit Thru Imaging: Using CCTV Cameras for Evaluating Real Time Demand

Kshitij Saxena

JRC 2022; V001T09A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/JRC2022-78323

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Topics: Accidents , Artificial intelligence , Computer software , Control equipment , Data privacy , Density , Ethics , Heat , Imaging , Machine learning