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Title: IMPROVED METHODS FOR INCREASING WHEEL/RAIL ADHESION IN THE PRESENCE OF NATURAL CONTAMINANTS
Accession Number: 00739765
Record Type: Monograph
Abstract: This digest summarizes the findings from Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) Project C-6, "Improved Methods for Increasing Wheel/Rail Adhesion in the Presence of Natural Contaminants," which was conducted by Tranergy Corporation. This research, completed in 1996, evaluated current practices for the control of railhead contamination by moisture, ice, and leaves and other vegetation and identified new or modified alternatives to sanding that show promise for improving wheel/rail adhesion under these conditions. Among these alternatives are debris removal, wheel cleaning, hot air jets, and creep control. The research focused on light rail and commuter rail operations.
Supplemental Notes: Distribution, posting, or copying of this PDF is strictly prohibited without written permission of the Transportation Research Board of the National Academy of Sciences. Unless otherwise indicated, all materials in this PDF are copyrighted by the National Academy of Sciences. Copyright © National Academy of Sciences. All rights reserved
Language: English
Corporate Authors: Transportation Research Board 500 Fifth Street, NW Pagination: 5 p.
Publication Date: 1997-5
Serial: TRT Terms: Old TRIS Terms: Subject Areas: Highways; Maintenance and Preservation; Public Transportation; Railroads; Vehicles and Equipment
Files: TRIS, TRB
Created Date: Aug 22 1997 12:00AM
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