{"title":"A comparison of impact and vibration loading on locomotive crew members with exposures in activities of daily living","authors":"R. Larson, R. Fries, N.K. Cooperrider","doi":"10.1109/RRCON.2001.921767","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/RRCON.2001.921767","url":null,"abstract":"The levels of impact and vibration loading experienced by locomotive crewmembers have been measured for a variety of rail yard and over-the-road operations. These levels are compared to the acceleration levels experienced in such typical daily activities as walking, running and descending stairs. The typical daily activities exposure is derived from a series of tests in which subjects instrumented with accelerometers performed the tasks of interest.","PeriodicalId":174709,"journal":{"name":"Proceedings of the 2001 IEEE/ASME Joint Railroad Conference (Cat. No.01CH37235)","volume":"81 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2001-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127165049","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The noise and vibration benefits of soft-mounted locomotive cabs","authors":"M. Ahmadian","doi":"10.1109/RRCON.2001.921766","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/RRCON.2001.921766","url":null,"abstract":"The primary purposes of this study are to: (1) establish the vibration characteristics of a typical locomotive cab used in freight locomotives in North America; and (2) evaluate the effect of separating the cab structure from the reminder of the locomotive structure by elastomeric mounts. Such a cab configuration is commonly referred to as \"soft-mounted cab/spl Gt/CLOSE\"/, in contrast to a \"hard-mounted cab\" that is rigidly attached to the remainder of the locomotive structure. To this end, the structural dynamics of a production locomotive cab are studied in a laboratory environment. The cab is excited by a hydraulic actuator in a manner closely resembling the input the cab is subjected to in the field. A series of tests are conducted to establish the vibration baseline of the cab, and to define how various parts of the cab vibrate. Next, the cab structure is soft mounted and the noise and vibration tests are repeated, in order to establish a comparison between the hard-mounted and soft-mounted cab. The results indicate that soft mounting the locomotive cab can result in substantial noise and vibration reduction at all locations in the cab, and therefore provide more crew comfort, less equipment damage, and possibly manufacturing cost savings. The paper provides a detailed description of the setup of the locomotive cab in the laboratory, and the results for some of the noise and vibration tests that were conducted on the cab.","PeriodicalId":174709,"journal":{"name":"Proceedings of the 2001 IEEE/ASME Joint Railroad Conference (Cat. No.01CH37235)","volume":"115 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2001-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"132333284","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Broadband networks for transit applications","authors":"M. Schwartz, R. Ruffo","doi":"10.1109/RRCON.2001.921752","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/RRCON.2001.921752","url":null,"abstract":"In the past, NYCT (New York City Transit) relied heavily on copper cable runs to provide the communications and control functions required to operate the railroad. A decade ago, NYCT installed a proprietary (not based on industry standards) fiber optic network to supplement the copper in some areas of the railroad. However, the fiber network transmission equipment was installed in power substations, bypassing the passenger stations where most of the traffic originates. As various technological improvements were made to enhance the performance of the railroad, there was an exponential growth in the need for copper cable emanating from the passenger stations. The proliferation of copper had grown to such an extent, that it became increasingly difficult and costly, and at times impossible, to expand the copper plant. In recognition of these difficulties, NYCT embarked on an ambitious plan to install a new fiber optic network that would be capable of servicing the entire railroad along with all of its support facilities.","PeriodicalId":174709,"journal":{"name":"Proceedings of the 2001 IEEE/ASME Joint Railroad Conference (Cat. No.01CH37235)","volume":"12 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2001-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129832710","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
T. Marunaka, T. Kimura, M. Taguchi, T. Yoshikawa, H. Kumamoto, K. Kishida
{"title":"Study on the crashworthiness of rail vehicles","authors":"T. Marunaka, T. Kimura, M. Taguchi, T. Yoshikawa, H. Kumamoto, K. Kishida","doi":"10.1109/RRCON.2001.921768","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/RRCON.2001.921768","url":null,"abstract":"Crashworthiness requirements are appearing more frequently in rail vehicle technical specifications. These requirements represent an effort to reduce the number of injuries and fatalities to rail passengers in collisions. There are relatively few published studies which provide methodologies for analyzing the crash behavior of rail vehicles. This paper presents car-body crash test results. Crash behavior is shown to be predictable using Kawasaki's analysis method, which employs LS-DYNA.","PeriodicalId":174709,"journal":{"name":"Proceedings of the 2001 IEEE/ASME Joint Railroad Conference (Cat. No.01CH37235)","volume":"112 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2001-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124587701","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A qualitative analysis of the dynamic characteristics of steerable bo-bos and co-cos","authors":"Wei Huang, M. Ahmadian","doi":"10.1109/RRCON.2001.921750","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/RRCON.2001.921750","url":null,"abstract":"The primary purpose of this study is to provide a qualitative analysis of the differences between the steering characteristics of three axle trucks (commonly referred to as \"co-cos\"), which are often used in a powered configuration for locomotives, and un-powered two axle trucks (called \"bo-bos\"), commonly used for railcars. This study extends the results presented by the authors on the curving and hunting benefits of steerable co-cos, using an equivalent stiffness approach. Here, we provide a detailed analytical treatment of the differences that exists between the dynamic characteristics of steerable bo-bos and co-cos. Although there exists a number of anecdotal statements on the ability of steerable trucks in general, and self-steering trucks in particular, there exists no study that provides a thorough qualitative or quantitative analysis of the differences between the steerable co-cos and bo-bos. This study attempts to provide a qualitative analysis of the particular effects of the steering mechanism on lateral stability, curving performance, and traction ability of steerable bo-bos and co-cos. Upon providing a background on self-steering trucks, we describe the bo-bos and co-cos that are widely used by the railroads. Next, we discuss the concept of equivalent stiffness for the two types of trucks. Finally, we discuss the dynamic differences between bo-bos and co-cos, and the design features that must be considered in each truck to optimize their curving, hunting, and adhesion characteristics.","PeriodicalId":174709,"journal":{"name":"Proceedings of the 2001 IEEE/ASME Joint Railroad Conference (Cat. No.01CH37235)","volume":"22 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2001-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133049331","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Progress in railway mechanical engineering 1999-2000 survey-locomotives","authors":"A. Bieber","doi":"10.1109/RRCON.2001.921770","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/RRCON.2001.921770","url":null,"abstract":"This survey reports on motive power developments for the previous year ending August 2000. Invitations to participate were sent to a number of locomotive builders throughout the world. Railway industry trade journals and other rail magazines provided additional input. General information is presented on four diesel locomotives and 12 electric locomotives. For further details on any given design, the reader is urged to contact the builders.","PeriodicalId":174709,"journal":{"name":"Proceedings of the 2001 IEEE/ASME Joint Railroad Conference (Cat. No.01CH37235)","volume":"33 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2001-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"114834241","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
N. Nishibori, Tatsuya Sasaki, O. Kawai, H. Ogushi, T. Kasai, A. Toyoda
{"title":"Development of tracking train detection device (COMBAT) by using wireless communication","authors":"N. Nishibori, Tatsuya Sasaki, O. Kawai, H. Ogushi, T. Kasai, A. Toyoda","doi":"10.1109/RRCON.2001.921759","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/RRCON.2001.921759","url":null,"abstract":"For local traffic lines characterized by severe investment environment, there has been a growing demand for a low cost signal system featuring easy maintenance. To meet this demand, we have developed a train detection device by using microwave balise (COMBAT: computer and microwave balise aided train detection) which allows a low cost configuration. It features noncontact tracking train detection. This system is intended to take the place of the conventional track circuit. This system detects the existence and direction of the train at the detecting point (microwave balise installation site). Use of this system has enabled logically continuous existing/nonexisting detection in units of the block configured with the detecting point as a boundary. Furthermore, whereas the conventional track circuit is restricted to track existing(0)/nonexisting (1) detection alone, the new system ensures highly reliable detection because it uses a train ID for train detection. Accordingly, the function of this system allows a train control system of a high degree of safety to be designed with a simple system configuration. A field monitor running test is currently under way to check the COMBAT performance to evaluate train detection performance using microwave balises and to verify the train detection logic. This paper introduces the COMBAT system configuration, microwave balise and concept of COMBAT train detection.","PeriodicalId":174709,"journal":{"name":"Proceedings of the 2001 IEEE/ASME Joint Railroad Conference (Cat. No.01CH37235)","volume":"72 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2001-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115958941","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The use of GPS (Global Positioning System) for synchronizing frequency converters","authors":"J. Dellas, M. Schwartz","doi":"10.1109/RRCON.2001.921753","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/RRCON.2001.921753","url":null,"abstract":"This paper discusses a novel application of GPS (Global Positioning System) for the synchronization of seventeen remotely located 60 Hz to 25 Hz static frequency converter sites located over three Boroughs of the City of New York, USA.","PeriodicalId":174709,"journal":{"name":"Proceedings of the 2001 IEEE/ASME Joint Railroad Conference (Cat. No.01CH37235)","volume":"258 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2001-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124242235","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Development of locomotive wheels for improved adhesion and life","authors":"C. Lonsdale, L. Ishler","doi":"10.1109/RRCON.2001.921748","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/RRCON.2001.921748","url":null,"abstract":"This paper describes a cooperative research and development effort between a forged railroad wheel producer and a locomotive manufacturer to improve locomotive wheel/rail adhesion by using stainless steel tires and wheels. The importance of adhesion and wheel life for locomotive service performance is discussed. A review of the initial project assumptions and background research information is provided to establish the basis for using stainless steel as a material. Forging trials, tire and wheel production issues, and heat treating details are discussed. Mechanical properties and other testing results for stainless steel tires and wheels are reviewed with special emphasis placed upon wheel saw cut testing. Results from adhesion trials are also discussed.","PeriodicalId":174709,"journal":{"name":"Proceedings of the 2001 IEEE/ASME Joint Railroad Conference (Cat. No.01CH37235)","volume":"36 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2001-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127675969","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Bih‐Yuan Ku, Du-Hsin Chang, Min-Jon Dai, Shih-Cheng Kao
{"title":"Dynamic modeling and performance simulation for Taiwan Railroad Administration's push-pull type trains","authors":"Bih‐Yuan Ku, Du-Hsin Chang, Min-Jon Dai, Shih-Cheng Kao","doi":"10.1109/RRCON.2001.921769","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/RRCON.2001.921769","url":null,"abstract":"In this paper, the authors explore the accuracy of performance simulation program for trains in actual operation. They first study the details of push-pull type trains running in speed control mode to obtain the block diagram of train dynamics. Important features in speed control function such as dead-band and acceleration rate limits are included and function blocks are developed to represent actual behavior. Then they use MATLAB/SIMULINK(R) to implement the simulation program in a straightforward manner. Field Measurements of important variables like speed demand, train speed, traction demand and line voltage were taken to validate the simulation results.","PeriodicalId":174709,"journal":{"name":"Proceedings of the 2001 IEEE/ASME Joint Railroad Conference (Cat. No.01CH37235)","volume":"12 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2001-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125048731","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}