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Release of 108Ag from Irradiated PWR Control Rod Absorbers under Deep Repository Conditions
Authors: Roth O. , Granfors M. , Puranen A. , Spahiu K.
Published: April 2015

In a future Swedish deep repository for spent nuclear fuel, irradiated control rods from PWR nuclear reactors are planned to be stored together with the spent fuel. The control rod absorber consists of an 80% Ag, 5% Cd, 15% In alloy with a steel cladding. Upon in-reactor irradiation 108Ag is produced by neutron capture. Release of 108Ag has been identified as a potential source term for release of radioactive substances from the deep repository.

Under reducing deep repository conditions, the Ag corrosion rate is however expected to be low which would imply that the release rate of 108Ag should be low under these conditions. The aim of this study is to investigate the dissolution of PWR control rod absorber material under conditions relevant to a future deep repository for spent nuclear fuel. The experiments include tests using irradiated control rod absorber material from Ringhals 2, Sweden. Furthermore, un-irradiated control rod absorber alloy has been tested for comparison. The experiments indicate that the release of Ag from the alloy when exposed to water is strongly dependent on the redox conditions. Under aerated conditions Ag is released at a significant rate whereas no release could be measured after 133 days during leaching under H2.
Superstructures from lead sulfide quantum dots
Authors: Ushakova Elena V. , Golubkov Valery V. , Litvin Aleksandr P. , Parfenov Peter S. , Cherevkov Sergei A. , Fedorov Anatoly V. , Baranov Alexander V.
Published: April 2015

The superstructures of different morphology (superlattices and supercrystals) are obtained by self-organization of lead sulfide quantum dots (QDs) on a substrate. In contrast to the SAXS patterns of isolated QDs in solutions, the X-ray intensity from ordered superstructures is modulated by the interference from the QDs in SLs or SCs leading to occurrence of the intense peaks at small scattering angles. By indexing the peaks in the SAXS patterns it is concluded that QD SLs are close-packed QD ensembles with the lattice parameter close to the dot diameter and QD SCs have primitive orthorhombic crystal lattice. Absorption and photoluminescence bands of superstructures are also analyzed.
Analysis methods of stochastic transient electro–magnetic processes in electric traction system
Authors: Mishchenko T. M.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. The essence and basic characteristics of calculation methods of transient electromagnetic processes in the elements and devices of non–linear dynamic electric traction systems taking into account the stochastic changes of voltages and currents in traction networks of power supply subsystem and power circuits of electric rolling stock are developed. Methodology. Classical methods and the methods of non–linear electric engineering, as well as probability theory method, especially the methods of stationary ergodic and non–stationary stochastic processes application are used in the research. Findings. Using the above-mentioned methods an equivalent circuit and the system of nonlinear integra–differential equations for electromagnetic condition of the double–track inter-substation zone of alternating current electric traction system are drawn up. Calculations allow obtaining electric traction current distribution in the areas of feeder zones. Originality. First of all the paper is interesting and important from scientific point of view due to the methods, which allow taking into account probabilistic character of change for traction voltages and electric traction system currents. On the second hand the researches develop the most efficient methods of nonlinear circuits’ analysis. Practical value. The practical value of the research is presented in application of the methods to the analysis of electromagnetic and electric energy processes in the traction power supply system in the case of high-speed train traffic.
Free-piston engine-and-hydraulic pump for railway vehicles
Authors: Golovchuk A. F. , Prikhodko K. V.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. The development of the free-piston diesel engine-and-hydraulic pump for the continuously variable hydrostatical transmission of mobile power vehicles. Methodology. For a long time engine builders have been interesting in the problem of developing free piston engines, which have much bigger coefficient of efficiency (40…80%). Such engines don’t have the conversion of reciprocating motion for inner combustion engine piston into rotating motion of crankshaft, from which the engine torque is transferred to the power machine transmission. Free-piston engines of inner combustion don’t have the crank mechanism (CM) that significantly reduces mechanical losses for friction. Such engines can be used as compressors. Free-piston engine compressor (FPEC) – is a free-piston machine in which energy received from engine’s cylinder is being transferred direct to compressor’s pistons connected with operational pistons of engine without crank mechanism. Part of the pressed air is being consumed for engine cylinder drain and the other part is going to the consumer. Findings. The use of free-piston engines-and-hydraulic pumps as power-transmission plants of power vehicles (diesel locomotives, combine harvester, tractors, cars and other mobile and stationary power installations) with the continuously variable transmissions allows cost effectiveness improvement and metal consumption reduction of these vehicles, since the cost effectiveness of FPE is higher by 25-30%, and the metal consumption is lower by 40-50%. Originality. One of the important advantages of the free-piston engines is their simplicity and engine balance. As a result of the crank mechanism absence their construction is much simplified and the vibrations, peculiar to the ordinary engines are eliminated. In such installation the engine pistons are directly connected through the rod to compressor pistons and therefore there are no losses in the bearing bushes. Practical value. The free-piston engines are now used only as gas generators and diesel compressors, and the hydraulic transmission is arranged with the ordinary heat-engine, which operates the hydraulic pumps.
Theoretical and methodological bases of psychological and psychophysical training of students in the process of physical education
Authors: Pichurin V. V.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. To elicittheoretical and methodologicalbasesfor conducting the psychological and psychophysical training of students in the process of physical education.Methodology. A theoretical analysis is used as a research method. Findings.The crux of the author’s approach is in assertion that methodological base for statement of a question about psychological and psychophysical training of students in the process of physical education shows itself at an analysis in psychology and philosophy such fundamental questions as psychologicalproblem, interaction of person constitution and psyche, problem of a person in psyche.Originality.Forthefirsttimetheoreticalandmethodologicalbasesaregroundedforconductingpsychologicalandpsychophysicaltrainingofstudentsin the process of physicaleducation. Practical value. Researchresultsgivenecessarytheoreticalreasonfordistinctcriteriaformationandrequirementsforstudentsin psychologicalandpsychophysicaltraining, exactevaluationmethodsmakingofitscomponents, development of effective methods in forming of students’ psychological and psychophysical training in the process of physical education.
Influence of modification on descriptions of low-carbon steel of St1kp and wheeled KP-T
Authors: Polishko S. , Kushnir M. , Tatarko J. , Sanin A.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. Establishment of influence of modification on chemical composition stabilizing, improvements of morphology and location of nonmetallics and increase of stability and level of mechanical properties of steels St1kp and KП-Т. Methodology. For the performance of the given goal the modern methods of researches are used: chemical and spectral; electron microscopy; metallography; determination of mechanical properties. Chemical composition of steels was determined on DSTU 2651-2006 and specifications U 35.2-23365425-600:2006. Findings. Influence of multifunction modifiers were set on chemical composition, forming of nonmetallics and mechanical properties in low-carbon steel of St1kp and wheeled KP-T. It is proved that multifunction modifiers diminish the amount of nonmetallics and improve their morphology, facilitate chemical composition stabilization and increase of mechanical properties level of probed steels. Originality. Possibility of chemical composition stabilization and mechanical properties, changes morphology of nonmetallics due to volume crystallization at modification were first proved. Practical value. Use of modifiers of different compositions at the enterprises of JSCo «ArselorMittal Krivoi Rog» and JSCo «INTERPAYP NTZ» at smelting of steels St1kp and KП-T allowed to promote mechanical descriptions, especially shock viscidity of the prepared wheels from steel KП-T at the average on 14 %. Two new modifiers of multifunction action for treatment low-carbon and wheeled steels were developed, the novelty of which was confirmed by the patents ofUkraine № 85254 and № 93684.
Method of construction of rational corporate network using the simulation model
Authors: Pakhomova V. N.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. Search for new options of the transition from Ethernet technology. Methodology. Physical structuring of the Fast Ethernet network based on hubs and logical structuring of Fast Ethernet network using commutators. Organization of VLAN based on ports grouping and in accordance with the standard IEEE 802 .1Q. Findings. The options for improving of the Ethernet network are proposed. According to the Fast Ethernet and VLAN technologies on the simulation models in packages NetCraker and Cisco Packet Traker respectively. Origiality. The technique of designing of local area network using the VLAN technology is proposed. Practical value.Each of the options of "Dniprozaliznychproekt" network improving has its advantages. Transition from the Ethernet to Fast Ethernet technology is simple and economical, it requires only one commutator, when the VLAN organization requires at least two. VLAN technology, however, has the following advantages: reducing the load on the network, isolation of the broadcast traffic, change of the logical network structure without changing its physical structure, improving the network security. The transition from Ethernet to the VLAN technology allows you to separate the physical topology from the logical one, and the format of the ÌEEE 802.1Q standard frames allows you to simplify the process of virtual networks implementation to enterprises.
Analysis of parameters change effect of weight flatness functions in boundary density and ash content on model stability of coal fractional composition description
Authors: Grachyov O. V.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. The fractional composition information recovery is one of the main problems of coal enrichment, as the quality of its solving directly affects at all the processes of coal preparation plant. Due to the fact that this model has a stochastic nature, as well as the method of identifying the model parameters, a promising direction for further research is to analyze the effect of errors in the determination of model parameters on its stability. This requires an analysis of the experimental data to assess changes effect of weight flatness functions in boundary density and ash content on model description stability of coal fractional composition. Methodology. The problem is solved by methods of mathematical statistics and stochastic processes, and optimization methods. Findings. Analysis carried out of changes effect of weight flatness functions in boundary density and ash content on model description stability of coal fractional composition has shown the following. In a small neighborhood of the parameters a0, a1, b0 and b1 assessment of the relative error in determining the output of narrow fractions and assessment of the relative error in determining the average ash content of narrow fractions is less than 0.05. Practical value. The analysis showed that in a small neighborhood of the optimal values of the model parameters describing coal fractional composition an error in determining the composition of the coal output and an average ash content is not very sensitive to changes in parameter values and do not exceed the error of obtaining experimental data.
Resistance leveling to changes on railway enterprises under implementation of reforms
Authors: Shyrokova E. N.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. The observed tendencies in the development of the national economy require stable implementation of planned reforms in the sphere of industrial and economic activities of the railway transport in the strategic railway branch. At the same time the issue of resistance elimination to changes that innovative solutions may cause is topical. To study the subject matter of resistance manifestation to implementable changes and search for solutions on the problem in question as well. Methodology. Methodology in an article is based on the use of consistent methodological technique. Findings. It contains the author’s point of view on necessity of taking changes resistance into account during restructuring and further reformation. Emphasized is the need for careful planning of changes and current detection of obstacles that inevitably, for a variety of reasons, arise. Originality. The causes of resistance to changes from different points of view were identified in this paper. Their classification was made and some advice for manifestation leveling of resistance to changes was offered. Practical value. The rational application of measures for resistance leveling to the introduced measures will provide not only high-quality and fast implementation of the reform program, but also its implementation with minimum time and finance losses. That is an important factor in competitiveness increase of railways under unstable economic development.
Evaluation of longitudinal loading of tank trains during motion in longitudinal changes of gradient
Authors: Myamlin S. V. , Romanyuk Ya. N.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. To research the tank train longitudinal loading during motion by track sections with changes of gradient. The trains of different length that consist of bogie tank wagons should be examined. Influence of cargo type on longitudinal loading of train during motion in concave section of track should be evaluated. Methodology. The level of the largest longitudinal forces was estimated by mathematical simulation. It was assumed that change of gradient is formed by two grades with baffle platforms, length 50 meters, so that the algebraic difference of limiting grades vary from 10‰ to 40‰, pitch 10‰. The initial speeds were 40, 60, 80, 100, 120 km/h. For evaluation of the longitudinal loading the regulating braking and motion "by coasting" was considered. For evaluation of buffing loads the entry to the concave gradient change of expanded train is considered, and in order to determine the quasi-static forces the compressed train is considered. Findings. As a result of calculations the dependencies of maximal longitudinal forces in the trains on the cargo type, the algebraic difference of the grades, the number of tank wagons, the initial speed, motion modes, and initial gaps condition in the train were obtained. Originality. The longitudinal loading of freight cars of different length formed by the similar bogie tank wagons with one locomotive was obtained. The locomotive is placed in the train head during motion in concave track sections with various algebraic difference of the grades "on coasting" and during the regulating braking mode. The obtained results can be used for parameters standardization of profile elevation of the track. Practical value. The obtained results show that during operation of tank trains on track sections of complex breakage the most dangerous is regulating braking of preliminary compressed trains during entering on concave parts of track. Level of the greatest buffing and quasi-static longitudinal forces is almost independent of cargo and slightly depends on the initial speed.
Diagnosis of traction electric motor at irregularity in speed of anchor rotation
Authors: Bodnar B. Ye. , Ochkasov A. B. , Cyernyayev D. V. , Shyevchyenko Ya. I.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. To offer a complex diagnostic parameter (or system of parameters) that would allow determining the fault of electric traction motor as well as electromagnetic and mechanical nature. Methodology. Technology transition to maintenance and repair of equipment in accordance with its actual condition are developed rapidly in the world practice in recent years. Control of equipment and forecasting of its technical condition with the use of non-destructive testing and diagnosis in-place methods is the basis of such technologies. In operation the reliability level of electrical machines including traction electric motor is very difficult to maintain. Analyzing failures of rolling stock, which arise from the operation, we can see that traction electric motors are the least reliable nodes. Diagnostics of traction electric motor at irregularity in speed of anchor rotation is proposed. A measurement device for irregularity in speed of anchor rotation was developed. Findings. An experimental research in order to determine the irregularity in speed of anchor armature shaft rotation and coupling of irregularity in speed of anchor rotation with traction electric motors nodes failures was executed. The experimental dependence of the waveform uneven rotation anchor for engines with different technical conditions. Originality. A method for diagnosis of traction electric motors at irregularity in speed of anchor armature shaft rotation was first proposed. This method after further improvement can be used at bench test of engines in their work without load and for the quality of the repair. Practical value. The device for detecting defects of the traction electric motor nodes as well as electromagnetic and mechanical nature without engine disassembly may be used for control of engine assembly after repair, and at testing of traction electric motor without load.
Double layer air current during the high speed train flow-around
Authors: Isanov R. Sh.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. Investigation of the jet stream mechanism during the high-speed passenger train flow around. On the basis of theoretical studies to determine the distribution of air flow velocity field, the pressure on the upper layer of the double layer air current, the pressure at the boundary of both layers of double-layer air current. Methodology. To solve the problem on the top layer of air current the Zhukovsky method and the method of theory of ideal incompressible fluid jets was applied. Then to solve the boundary layer equations the pressure at the boundary of both layers was determined, the Navier - Stokes equation, which takes into account the influence of the top layer on the bottom layer was set up. Airflow in the upper region is a potential, stationary; the air in the vicinity is considered as the compressible one. Findings. The distribution of the velocity field for both layers of air current was obtained. The pressure on the upper layer of the double layer air flow was defined. Originality. The problem of a double layer air current formed by the high-speed train movement consisting of the boundary layer above the car surfaces and the air current with no viscosity was studied for the first time. Practical value. The problem under study is used to provide the safety of high-speed train traffic.
The influence of high-frequency vibrations on derailment stability coefficient of cars at wheel flange climbing on the rail
Authors: Bezrukavyy N. V.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. Taking into account the traffic safety priority on the railway transport the search of factors promoting increase of derailment stability coefficient is an actual task. Purpose of the paper is the influence researches of the high-frequency vibrations on the train traffic safety parameter. In this case the special form of the wheel rim, at which its rigidity changes according to the harmonious law, was considered as a source of vibrations. Methodology. For the analysis of the vibration influence on the change of friction coefficient values the methods of so called vibrational mechanics were used. For determination of vibration amplitudes through moving the wheel flange points the finite-elements method was also used in the paper. Findings. During calculations it was established that the derailment stability coefficient to a great extent depends on the friction coefficient between wheel and rail. The paper shows that the friction coefficient in turn is influenced by the high-frequency vibrations. The form of the wheel rim was considered as a vibration source and the parameters characterizing vibration were calculated. It was given the quantitative estimation of the friction coefficient change under the vibration influence. It was also scientifically based the high-frequency vibration influence on the derailment stability coefficient. Originality. The paper proved the possibility of high-frequency vibration influence on the derailment stability coefficient. The studies theoretically substantiated the traffic safety increase in the presence of vibrations in the contact area of the wheel flange with the rail caused by special form of the wheel disc. Practical value. It is shown that the use of undulating wheel disc form do not constitute a threat to the traffic safety, and the availability of high-frequency vibration can reduce the derailment probability.
Innovative approaches to organization and management of material streams of building complex
Authors: Radkevich A. V. , Arutyunyan I. A.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. Development of theoretic and methodological approaches and scientific and practical recommendations concerning the management of the material flows of building complex. Methodology. Research includes analysis of existing scientific works concerning the problems of management of the construction development programs taking into account logistization on the enterprises of different branches related to the building complex. Experience generalization of administrative decision making in the process of production preparation, in particular the motion of material flows management of building resources and information flows (which accompany building resources), systematization of experience, logic analysis, design and system processing of information. Findings. Results give the building organization management an opportunity to estimate the material and technical support of the building objects according to the terms of building, technology of building processes, as well as to into account the minimization of expenses. Originality. Originality lies in the fact that the theoretical and methodological management foundations of the logistic system formation in the programs of building complex development are formulated on the basis of organization methodology development, planning and management from the point of view of the only system positions. Practical value. The contribution to the decision of the number of complex organizational and economic problems accompanied by the problems of building development is provided due to the increase of management efficiency of the material flows of building complex.
Analysis of existing and prospective technical control systems of numeric codes automatic blocking
Authors: Beznarytnyy A. M. , Gavrilyuk V. I.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. To identify the characteristic features of the engineering control measures system of automatic block of numeric code, identifying their advantages and disadvantages, to analyze the possibility of their use in the problems of diagnosing status of the devices automatic block and setting targets for the development of new diagnostic systems. Methodology. In order to achieve targets the objective theoretical and analytical method and the method of functional analysis have been used. Findings. The analysis of existing and future facilities of the remote control and diagnostics automatic block devices had shown that the existing systems of diagnosis were not sufficiently informative, designed primarily to control the discrete parameters, which in turn did not allow them to construct a decision support subsystem. In developing of new systems of technical diagnostics it was proposed to use the principle of centralized distributed processing of diagnostic data, to include a subsystem support decision-making in to the diagnostics system, it will reduce the amount of work to maintain the devices blocking and reduce recovery time after the occurrence injury. Originality. As a result, the currently existing engineering controls facilities of automatic block can not provide a full assessment of the state distillation alarms and locks. Criteria for the development of new systems of technical diagnostics with increasing amounts of diagnostic information and its automatic analysis were proposed. Practical value. These results of the analysis can be used in practice in order to select the technical control of automatic block devices, as well as the further development of diagnostic systems automatic block that allows for a gradual transition from a planned preventive maintenance service model to the actual state of the monitored devices.
Methods of integrated optimization maglev transport systems
Authors: Lasher A. , Umanov M. I. , Frishman Ye. M. , Prishedko Ye.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. To demonstrate feasibility of the proposed integrated optimization of various MTS parameters to reduce capital investments as well as decrease any operational and maintenance expense. This will make use of MTS reasonable. At present, the Maglev Transport Systems (MTS) for High-Speed Ground Transportation (HSGT) almost do not apply. Significant capital investments, high operational and maintenance costs are the main reasons why Maglev Transport Systems (MTS) are hardly currently used for the High-Speed Ground Transportation (HSGT). Therefore, this article justifies use of Theory of Complex Optimization of Transport (TCOT), developed by one of the co-authors, to reduce MTS costs. Methodology. According to TCOT, authors developed an abstract model of the generalized transport system (AMSTG). This model mathematically determines the optimal balance between all components of the system and thus provides the ultimate adaptation of any transport systems to the conditions of its application. To identify areas for effective use of MTS, by TCOT, the authors developed a dynamic model of distribution and expansion of spheres of effective use of transport systems (DMRRSEPTS). Based on this model, the most efficient transport system was selected for each individual track. The main estimated criterion at determination of efficiency of application of MTS is the size of the specific transportation tariff received from calculation of payback of total given expenses to a standard payback period or term of granting the credit. Findings. The completed multiple calculations of four types of MTS: TRANSRAPID, MLX01, TRANSMAG and TRANSPROGRESS demonstrated efficiency of the integrated optimization of the parameters of such systems. This research made possible expending the scope of effective usage of MTS in about 2 times. The achieved results were presented at many international conferences in Germany, Switzerland, United States, China, Ukraine, etc. Using MTS as an example, this research proved the sustainability of the proposed integrated optimization parameters of transport systems. This approach could be applied not only for MTS, but also for other transport systems. Originality. The bases of the complex optimization of transport presented are the new system of universal scientific methods and approaches that ensure high accuracy and authenticity of calculations with the simulation of transport systems and transport networks taking into account the dynamics of their development. Practical value. The development of the theoretical and technological bases of conducting the complex optimization of transport makes it possible to create the scientific tool, which ensures the fulfillment of the automated simulation and calculating of technical and economic structure and technology of the work of different objects of transport, including its infrastructure.
Prediction of air pollution from motor transport on city streets and districts
Authors: Rusakova T. I.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. Development of applied numerical model for prediction of atmospheric pollution rate on streets and districts of a city taking into account chemical transformations of pollutants. Methodology. To solve hydrodynamic task of determining velocity field of wind flow in street the method of discrete vortices was used, in the city district – the method of separation flows vortex of ideal incompressible fluid, for solution equation of pollutant transfer - alternating triangular implicit difference scheme. Findings.An efficient numerical model using the type of «street canyons»for prediction of air quality on city streets and districts with emissions from motor transport considering chemical transformations of pollutants was designed in the work. Originality.The numerical model, which allows taking into account impact of buildings on pollutants dispersion and requiring a small consumption of computer time during practical realization was created. The advantage of the model is the possibility of rapid calculation of emissions dispersion in the street with considering the chemical reactions of pollutants. Practical value. The developed numerical model can be used in practice during the planning of new highways in new urban areas or in the renovation of old ones, for a series of calculations that require search of different variants for arrangement of buildings, highways, under certain weather conditions.
Passenger flows prediction in major transportation hubs
Authors: Ozerova O. O.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. An effective organization of passenger traffic, due to the reliability prediction of traffic flow in passenger transport hubs. In order to determine the parameters of prospective passenger transport areas it is essential to analyze the impact of various factors and determine the most influential ones. Methodology. The article presents the method of paired linear correlation for a more influential factors on passengers in intercity and commuter and possible use in predicting the linear regression equations. Passenger transport vessel areas and branches of industry are interconnected and are in the ratio of passengers and production. Findings. It is found that the coefficient of correlation is in complex dependence on the duration of the period of retrospective analysis. Evaluation of reliability correlation coefficients and coefficients of predictive models led to the conclusion that the population gives the most accurate prediction of passenger flows, providing account of changes in Ukraine during the period of transformation. Originality. Equations of dependence on the impact of macroeconomic indicators were obtained and the evaluation of the reliability results was received. Practical value. The results of analysis and calculations will make short-term forecasting of traffic flow.
Determination algorithm of optimal geometrical parameters for components of freight cars on the basis of generalized mathematical models
Authors: Fomin O. V.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. Presentation of features and example of the use of the offered determination algorithm of optimum geometrical parameters for the components of freight cars on the basis of the generalized mathematical models, which is realized using computer. Methodology. The developed approach to search for optimal geometrical parameters can be described as the determination of optimal decision of the selected set of possible variants. Findings. The presented application example of the offered algorithm proved its operation capacity and efficiency of use. Originality. The determination procedure of optimal geometrical parameters for freight car components on the basis of the generalized mathematical models was formalized in the paper. Practical value. Practical introduction of the research results for universal open cars allows one to reduce container of their design and accordingly to increase the carrying capacity almost by100 kg with the improvement of strength characteristics. Taking into account the mass of their park this will provide a considerable economic effect when producing and operating. The offered approach is oriented to the distribution of the software packages (for example Microsoft Excel), which are used by technical services of the most enterprises, and does not require additional capital investments (acquisitions of the specialized programs and proper technical staff training). This proves the correctness of the research direction. The offered algorithm can be used for the solution of other optimization tasks on the basis of the generalized mathematical models.
Mathematical modeling of unsteady heat exchange in a passenger car
Authors: Khomenko I. Yu.
Published: April 2015

Purpose.Existing mathematicalmodelsofunsteadyheatexchangeinapassengercardonotsatisfytheneedofthedifferentconstructivedecisionsofthelifesupportsystemefficiencyestimation. They also don’t allow comparing new and old life support system constructions influence on the inner environment conditions. Moreoverquite frequently unsteady heat exchange processes were studied at the initial car motion stage. Due to the new competitive engineering decisionsof the lifesupportsystemthe need of a new mathematical instrument that would satisfy the mentioned features and their influence on the unsteadyheatexchangeprocesses during the whole time of the road appeared. The purpose of this work is creation of the mathematicalmodel ofunsteadyheatexchangeinapassengercarthatcan satisfythe above-listed requirements. Methodology. Fortheassigned task realizationsystemofdifferentialequationsthatcharacterizesunsteadyheatexchangeprocessesinapassengercarwascomposed; forthesystemof equationssolution elementary balance method was used. Findings. Computational algorithm was developed andcomputer program for modeling transitional heat processes in the car was designed. It allows comparing different life support system constructions influence on the inner environment conditionsand unsteady heat exchange processes can be studied at every car motion stage. Originality.Mathematicalmodelofunsteadyheatexchangeinapassengercarwasimproved. That is why it can be used for the heat engineering studying of the inner car state under various conditions and for the operation of the different life support systems of passenger cars comparison. Mathematicalmodelingofunsteadyheatexchangeinapassengercarwas made by the elementary balance method. Practical value. Created mathematical model gives the possibility to simulate temperature changes in passenger car on unsteady thermal conditions with enough accuracy and to introduce and remove additional elements to the designed model. Thus different constructive decisions of the life support system can be estimated by the mathematical experiment.
Resourses of open access as a tool for formation of scientific rating of scientists
Authors: Chernobay O. V. , Aksenova O. Yu.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. Scientific journals in open access play an important role in scientific communications. It is they are able to provide an operational studying the leading publications and their scientific substantiation in the form of reference to the works of authors that were used in the research. The achievement of high citation index is an important component of scientific activity for the modern scientist. The purpose of the article is to determine the tools to increase the citation index of scientists. Methodology. The methods of generalization, analysis and synthesis, as well as a systematic approach were used in the research. Findings. The university library has an important mission - to distribute the results of research activity of the university scientists. As part of this functional activity area of the scientific and technical library of DNURT a repository of scientific papers, a system of open access for scientific journals and online versions of proceedings were organized. These resources provide the opportunity for a wide range of scientists to study the results of research carried out by their colleagues in DNURT and to cite them in their own articles. During the scientometric research the library staff use the following information platforms: Google Scholar, SciVerse Scopus, DOAJ, Russian Science Citation Index, SCImago Journal & Country Rank. Originality. The work originality is the determination of the ways to influence the formation of the high citation index for scientist. Practical value. The article proves the feasibility of using the open access resources (electronic journals, proceedings and the institutional repositories) to gain the scientist popularity in the professional scientific community.
The optimization of retarding regimes within the particular group of cuts
Authors: Bobrovskiy V. I. , Dorosh A. S.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. The purpose is the improvement of the method of choosing the retarding regimes of cut rolling within the particular group in order to increase the quality of interval speed control of cuts at the automated hump. Methodology. Simulation method was used for research the trains’ breaking up process at the hump. Findings. The separation conditions of cuts within the particular group and their relation between the retarding regimes of cut control based on a system approach were studied. Interval between cuts within the particular group at the switches and retarders were considered simultaneously. The features of interval controlling at the classification humps with different mutual alignment of the first switch and master retarder were stressed. Originality. The researches found out that during optimization of the retarding regimes of cuts within the particular group one should provide the best conditions of cuts separation at the switches and retarders. Practical value. The problem of choosing the retarding regimes of cuts within the particular group is optimized formally. This retarding regime allows maximizing the minimum value of interval between cuts within the group.
Current state analysis of automatic block system devices, methods of its service and monitoring
Authors: Beznarytnyy A. M. , Gavrilyuk V. I. , Gololobova O. O.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. Development of formalized description of automatic block system of numerical code based on the analysis of characteristic failures of automatic block system and procedure of its maintenance. Methodology. For this research a theoretical and analytical methods have been used. Findings. Typical failures of the automatic block systems were analyzed, as well as basic reasons of failure occur were found out. It was determined that majority of failures occurs due to defects of the maintenance system. Advantages and disadvantages of the current service technology of automatic block system were analyzed. Works that can be automatized by means of technical diagnostics were found out. Formal description of the numerical code of automatic block system as a graph in the state space of the system was carried out. Originality. The state graph of the numerical code of automatic block system that takes into account gradual transition from the serviceable condition to the loss of efficiency was offered. That allows selecting diagnostic information according to attributes and increasing the effectiveness of recovery operations in the case of a malfunction. Practical value. The obtained results of analysis and proposed the state graph can be used as the basis for the development of new means of diagnosing devices for automatic block system, which in turn will improve the efficiency and service of automatic block system devices in general.
Strategic impact of mobility on organizations
Authors: Golovkova Anna
Published: April 2015

Purpose. The current rapid social and economic developments show mobility as the most important factor of economic growth, social and cultural progress. Mobile technology has undergone a sea change over the past ten years. The evolution of mobility is about creating better ways to change the world. It will increasingly shape our lives and thinking in ways we cannot fully anticipate. Mobile revolution is a global reality which creates new opportunities and challenges for all companies in the world. Methodology. Proposed methodological approach is based on a comprehensive assessment of the strategic impact of mobility on the organization as a major tool to improve competitiveness and efficiency of the company. During the research have been used both qualitative and quantitative methods. As a result, the article provides bridges between the field of mobility, organization science, information systems, and certain aspects of philosophy. Findings. This research provides a glimpse into the fast-evolving world of mobile technology and maybe even faster evolving world of organizations. The research is designed to understand the strategic impact of mobility on organizations, and evaluate the benefits of integration of these new technologies into the company. The research comprised of an extensive literature review, observation of existing practices, and semi-structured interviews geared toward understanding the strategic impact of mobility on organization and its employees. Originality. The research findings suggest three main strategic implications of mobility: (1) improve working process; (2) increase internal communication and knowledge sharing; and (3) enhance sales and marketing effectiveness. Practical value. The use of mobile technology and it impact on organizational change and strategy, stability and development of competitive advantage allow the company to ensure the effectiveness of its business. Mobility can dramatically transform the company by finding their feet in almost every sector and it has a profound impact on both customers as well as employees. Mobility solutions are growing across business portfolios of company and driving by the need to increase productivity. They improve decision making, with increased near real-time access through mobile channels that help to improve internal employee interaction, customer collaboration, network building and information sharing.
Structure rationalization of tank cars support devices for fluids
Authors: Pavliuchenkov M. V.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. Improvement of fluid tank cars structure due to development of new tank bracket support structures and their materials consumption decrease. Methodology. The investigations to search the optimal design of the support structure were conducted in order to solve such problem. At the first stage patent and bibliographic analysis of technical solutions was done, the advantages and disadvantages were revealed and new design options were proposed, the most efficient design was determined. The next step is objective function making for determining its optimal parameters, imposition of restrictions, acquisition of objective function approximation and restrictions in the form of polynomials. At the third stage numerical implementation of function optimization was proposed, optimal design parameters were determined with graphical method. Results methods have coincided. Findings. The most efficient design of support structure was determined; its optimum geometrical dimensions were described. Originality. The author provides the mathematical formulation of optimal design of tank car supports using the minimum materials consumption criteria. The graphic and numerical methods were used during the investigations. Practical value. The author proposed the finite-element models of tank car with different design execution of bracket support structures, which allow estimating the VAT of structure.
Mathematical modeling of AC electric point motor
Authors: Buryak S. YU.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. In order to ensure reliability, security, and the most important the continuity of the transportation process, it is necessary to develop, implement, and then improve the automated methods of diagnostic mechanisms, devices and rail transport systems. Only systems that operate in real time mode and transmit data on the instantaneous state of the control objects can timely detect any faults and thus provide additional time for their correction by railway employees. Turnouts are one of the most important and responsible components, and therefore require the development and implementation of such diagnostics system.Methodology. Achieving the goal of monitoring and control of railway automation objects in real time is possible only with the use of an automated process of the objects state diagnosing. For this we need to know the diagnostic features of a control object, which determine its state at any given time. The most rational way of remote diagnostics is the shape and current spectrum analysis that flows in the power circuits of railway automatics. Turnouts include electric motors, which are powered by electric circuits, and the shape of the current curve depends on both the condition of the electric motor, and the conditions of the turnout maintenance. Findings. For the research and analysis of AC electric point motor it was developed its mathematical model. The calculation of parameters and interdependencies between the main factors affecting the operation of the asynchronous machine was conducted. The results of the model operation in the form of time dependences of the waveform curves of current on the load on engine shaft were obtained. Originality. During simulation the model of AC electric point motor, which satisfies the conditions of adequacy was built. Practical value. On the basis of the constructed model we can study the AC motor in various mode of operation, record and analyze current curve, as a response to various changes of the load on engine shaft.
Methodical approach to determination of passenger transportation attractiveness on railway transport
Authors: Bozhok N. A.
Published: April 2015

Purpose. Development of a methodological approach to determine the attractiveness of passenger traffic on the basis of competition factors. Methodology. The major factors of competition affecting the passenger traffic volumes were pointed out to achieve this purpose. Findings. There are 3 chief players in the market of passenger transport services in the long-distance: road, railway and air transport. Moreover, the competition between them is escalating. That is why there was a need for determination of railway transportation attractiveness. For this purpose the following factors of the competition were separated: price policy of a carrier; vehicle motion speed; term and rhythm of a trip; transportation quality. Each of these indicators is considered separately. As a result it gave the opportunity to construct an integrated indicator of passenger traffic attractiveness. Originality. The offered methodical approach to determine the passenger traffic attractiveness gives the opportunity to estimate it; as well it also considers the high-speed movement introduction in Ukraine. Practical value. The offered technique will give the opportunity to determine volumes of transportations more precisely. It is necessary for definition of quantity of a rolling stock for prospect.