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17
Oct
2013
Technical Reports
Freeze-Thaw Performance Testing of Whole Concrete Railroad Ties
Subject
Track,
Tracks & Structures
Keywords: Concrete freeze-thaw durability, concrete railroad ties, ASTM C666
Abstract: Freezing and thawing durability tests of prestressed concrete ties are normally performed according to ASTM C666 specifications. Small specimens are cut from the shoulders of...
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-13/39
Office
RRD
16
Aug
2013
Research Results
Public Education and Enforcement Research Study (PEERS)
Subject
Grade Crossing and Trespass Outreach/Education,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Warning Systems,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings,
Signal and Train Control
Keywords: Highway-rail grade crossings, education, enforcement, violations, effectiveness, Public Education and Enforcement Research Study, PEERS
Abstract: Researchers examined the cost and effectiveness of education and enforcement techniques (such as citations, warnings, and outreach) at highway-rail grade crossings.
Report Number
RR 13-37
Office
RDI-23
13
Aug
2013
Research Results
Testing of Wide-Gap Welds at Eastern Mega Site
Subject
Track,
Track/Train Interactions,
Tracks & Structures
Keywords: Wide-gap weld, thermite, revenue service
Report Number
RR 13-35
Office
RDI-21
20
May
2013
Technical Reports
Driver Behavior Analysis at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings using Field Operational Test Data—Light Vehicles
Subject
Grade Crossing and Trespass Outreach/Education,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Warning Systems,
Highway-Rail Grade Crossings,
Signal and Train Control
Keywords: Driver behavior, highway-rail intersection, grade crossing, accident reduction, video data, violation reduction
Abstract: Researchers examined driver behaviors when approaching grade crossings, such as engaging in non-driving tasks and failing to look both ways before crossing.
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-13/28
Office
RRD
20
May
2013
Other Reports
210 Noise FRA vs UIC
Subject
High-Speed Passenger Rail,
Track,
Tracks & Structures,
Track/Train Interactions
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-13/30
Office
RRD
20
May
2013
Other Reports
200 Informal Rules FRA vs UIC
Subject
High-Speed Passenger Rail,
Track,
Tracks & Structures,
Track/Train Interactions
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-13/30
Office
RRD
20
May
2013
Other Reports
213 Track Safety FRA vs UIC
Subject
High-Speed Passenger Rail,
Track,
Tracks & Structures,
Track/Train Interactions
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-13/30
Office
RRD
20
May
2013
Technical Reports
Comparison of FRA Regulations to International High-Speed Rail Standards
Subject
High-Speed Passenger Rail,
Track,
Tracks & Structures,
Track/Train Interactions
Keywords: 49CFR Transportation, international high speed rail standards
Abstract: This report compares international standards with selected parts of Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Code of Federal Regulation Title 49 CFR Transportation. The parts were...
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-13/30
Office
RRD
9
May
2013
Technical Reports
High-Speed and Intercity Passenger Rail Testing Strategy
Subject
High-Speed Passenger Rail,
Track,
Tracks & Structures,
Track/Train Interactions
Keywords: high-speed passenger rail, very high speed passenger rail, qualification testing, acceptance testing, vehicle track interaction, vehicle dynamics, characterization testing, durability testing, reliability testing
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-13/26
Office
RRD
30
Apr
2013
Technical Reports
Load Environment of Rail Joint Bars – Phase I Effects of Track Parameters on Rail Joint Stresses and Crack Growth
Subject
Track,
Tracks & Structures,
Track/Train Interactions
Keywords: rail joint bars, insulated joints, joint failures
Abstract: The load environment of joint bars was assessed under a variety of loading and track conditions. Bending stresses, thermal stresses, and residual stresses were measured on...
Report Number
DOT/FRA/ORD-13/24
Office
RRD