The results of analyses conducted to determine the effectiveness of structural and interior train design strategies in protecting occupants during collisions are presented. Structural design approaches considered include the conventional design approach of requiring a uniform minimum longitudinal strength, and the crash-energy management design approach which provides for sacrifical crush zones in the unoccupied areas of the train. Interior protection strategies considered include occupant restraint and compartmentalization.


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    Title :

    Crashworthiness of Passenger Trains: Safety of High-Speed Ground Transportation Systems


    Contributors:
    D. Tyrell (author) / K. Severson (author) / B. Marquis (author)

    Publication date :

    1998


    Size :

    112 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English