Friction Control Methods Used by the Transit Industry
Document Type
Report
Publication Date
2005
Subject Area
infrastructure - track, planning - methods, mode - rail
Keywords
Control, Friction, Guidelines, Lubrication, Noise control, Rail transit, Railroad tracks, Research, Rolling contact, Wear
Abstract
This report includes the results of a research task carried out under Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) Project D-7, "Joint Rail Transit-Related Research with the Association of American Railroads/Transportation Technology Center, Inc., Friction Control Used by the Transit Industry." Information is provided on a variety of onboard and wayside friction control applications used in a transit environment to reduce noise, reduce wheel and rail wear, control truck steering forces, and reduce train energy. Descriptions of these applications are provided, along with their most appropriate uses. Operational issues associated with their use are also discussed. The report culminates in the provision of guidelines for selecting various types of friction control technologies. 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
Reiff, R.P., Ruud, N., & Kalay, S.F. (2005). Friction Control Methods Used by the Transit Industry. Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) Report 71 Volume 4, published by Transportation Research Board, Washington.
