Title: Dynamic train/track interaction: parametric study and comparisons with full-scale measurements

Authors: Annika lgeland

Addresses: Division of Solid Mechanics, Chalmers University of Technology, Goteborg, Sweden

Abstract: The influence of different track parameters on the dynamic contact force between a rolling wheel and the rail is studied. Factorial design methods are employed. Track parameters are estimated from in-field measurements of dynamic flexibilities at a selected test site. Comparisons between calculated and measured wheel/rail contact forces at the test site are made. The railhead irregularities are included in the calculation model by use of a stochastic process. The input statistical data are obtained from railhead irregularity measurements at the test site.

Keywords: factorial design; railhead corrugation; railhead irregularities; railway dynamics; railway measurements; train-track interaction; railways; contact forces.

DOI: 10.1504/IJHVS.1999.054635

International Journal of Heavy Vehicle Systems, 1999 Vol.6 No.1/2/3/4, pp.221 - 237

Published online: 18 Jun 2013 *

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