Rail corrugation: a problem solved?

A project is discussed for which the trackwork specification required that the phenomenon of rail corrugation on metro systems be considered, with mitigation measures proposed for each corrugation mechanism. The trackwork contractor was obliged to consider these mitigation measures in design of the trackwork. Detailed monitoring of several test sections of track was undertaken bi-annually to quantify the severity of corrugation and its development. The detailed monitoring, supplemented by in-cab noise recordings that were made over the complete system, demonstrated that corrugation was minimal after two years of service.

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  http://www.railknowledgebank.com/Presto/pl/MTk4MTRjNDUtNWQ0My00OTBmLTllYWUtZWFjM2U2OTE0ZDY3LjEwMDMy
• Authors:
  • Grassie S
• Conference:
  • 12th International Conference on Contact Mechanics and Wear of Rail/Wheel Systems, 4-7 September 2022, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
• Publication Date: 2022

Media Info

• Pagination: 10p. ; PDF
• Monograph Title: 12th International conference on contact mechanics and wear of rail/wheel systems (CM2022): advancing the science and practice of the wheel/rail interface to improve railway operation efficiency

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Corrugations (Defects); Maintenance management; Railroad rails
• ATRI Terms: Corrugation; Maintenance planning; Railway track

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01878944
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: ARRB Group Limited
• Files: ATRI
• Created Date: Apr 10 2023 4:53PM