BOGIE DESIGN FOR ELECTRIC LOCOMOTIVES--1

Methods are given for limiting transverse forces on the track, and stresses on the bogie and body. The design concepts are discussed from the aspects of both wheel diameter and bogie oscillations. The use of rubber as a cushioning medium is also described.

• Corporate Authors:

  Temple Press Limited

  161-166 Fleet Street
  Longon EC4,   England 
• Authors:
  • Croft, E H
• Publication Date: 1956-8-31

Media Info

• Features: Figures; Photos;
• Pagination: p. 264-265
• Serial:
  • RAILWAY GAZETTE
  • Volume: 105

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Cushioning materials; Electric locomotives; Railroad rails; Railroad tracks; Size; Stresses; Suspensions; Technology; Trucks; Vehicle design; Wheels
• Uncontrolled Terms: Lateral dynamics
• Geographic Terms: United Kingdom
• Old TRIS Terms: Cushioning; Rail stress; Track stress; Wheel design; Wheel size
• Subject Areas: Design; Motor Carriers; Railroads; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00039961
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Dec 4 1994 12:00AM