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User's Manual: 2, 3, & 4 Axle Rigid Truck Curve Negotiation Model
Author
          K. R. Smith, R. D. MacMillan, G. C. Martin

Subject
                    Track/Train Interactions

**Keywords:** Computer Environment, Control Cards, Load
**Abstract:** [From the Introduction] The rigid truck curve negotiation model calculates the lateral wheel-rail forces associated with the negotiation of a section of curved track by a rigid...
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    1
Jan
1983
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High Cant Deficiency Test of the F40PH Locomotive and the Prototype Banking Amcoach: Test Events Report Volume II Part A
Author
          ENSCO, Inc.

Subject
                    Track/Train Interactions

**Keywords:** Statistical Analysis, Curve Negotiation, Train Track Dynamics
**Abstract:** The F40PH test program Test Data comprises two volumes organized by test phase and by type of vehicle tested for repetitive runs at various speeds on selected curves, and by...
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              DOT-FR-83-03

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1983
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High Cant Deficiency Test of the F40PH Locomotive and the Prototype Banking Amcoach: Test Events Report Volume II Part B
Author
          ENSCO, Inc.

Subject
                    Track/Train Interactions

**Keywords:** Statistical Analysis, Curve Negotiation, Train Track Dynamics
**Abstract:** The F40PH test program Test Data comprises two volumes organized by test phase and by type of vehicle tested for repetitive runs at various speeds on selected curves, and by...
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              DOT-FR-83-03
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Jan
1983
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High Cant Deficiency Test of the F40PH Locomotive and the Prototype Banking Amcoach: Test Events Report Volume I Part B
Author
          ENSCO, Inc.

Subject
                    Track/Train Interactions

**Keywords:** Statistical Analysis, Curve Negotiation, Train Track Dynamics
**Abstract:** The F40PH test program Test Data comprises two volumes organized by test phase and by type of vehicle tested for repetitive runs at various speeds on selected curves, and by...
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Feb
1982
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Correlation of Accident Data with Physical Characteristics of Derailed Freight Vehicles
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          F. P. DiMasi

Subject
                    Track/Train Interactions,
                    Evaluation

**Keywords:** Track/Track Dynamics, Rail Safety, Track Geometry
**Abstract:** [From the Preface] The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is sponsoring research to provide improved safety of the rail transportation system at reduced life-cycle costs. These...
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              D0T-TSC-RR219-PM-82-6

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