This comparative analysis was an examination of the vehicle-track interactive dynamics where several types of trains are required to operate over the same route at different speeds. Two areas of concern were examined: the effects of track geometry (surface, crosslevel and alignment) on vehicle response and track loads, and the effects of lateral force components acting on curves. A linear, 14-degree-of-freedom computer model was used to simulate a number of rail vehicles on a conventional track structure of rails, ties and ballast, including the Metroliner, passenger and freight cars, TurboTrain, and several locomotives.


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    Title :

    Comparative Analysis of Dynamics of Freight and Passenger Rail Vehicles


    Contributors:
    D. R. Ahlbeck (author) / R. H. Prause (author) / J. B. Day (author) / H. C. Meacham (author)

    Publication date :

    1974


    Size :

    207 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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