Track-Related Research, Volume 7: Guidelines for Guard/Restraining Rail Installation
Document Type
Report
Publication Date
2010
Subject Area
infrastructure - track, mode - rail, mode - tram/light rail
Keywords
Coefficient of friction, Flange-climb derailment, Guardrails, Light rail transit, Maintenance of way, Rail transit, Railroad tracks, Rolling contact
Abstract
This report includes the results of a research task carried out under TCRP Project D-7, "Joint Rail Transit-Related Research with the Association of American Railroads/Transportation Technology Center, Inc." The report includes comparisons of two guard rail installation philosophies and the effects of vehicle types, wheel flange angle, wheel/rail (W/R) friction coefficient, curve radius, cant deficiency, and track perturbation on flange climb derailments that have been investigated through simulations. It offers guidance that transit agencies can follow in their W/R maintenance practices for both transit rail cars and light rail vehicles. This report should be of interest to engineers involved in the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of rail transit systems.
Rights
Permission to link to report given by TRB.
Recommended Citation
Shu, X., & Wilson, N. (2010). Track-Related Research, Volume 7: Guidelines for Guard/Restraining Rail Installation. Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) Report 71, Volume 7, published by Transportation Research Board, Washington.
