R&D: WHERE THE RESEARCH ACTION IS

This article takes a look at the advances railroad technology has made in the recent years by providing new opportunities for researchers to study a variety of industry segments. Provided here is a rundown of what is happening in three significant areas: train control technology, freight car design and tie development processes.

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• Authors:
  • Popke, M
• Publication Date: 1999-5

Language

• English

Media Info

• Pagination: p. 32-36
• Serial:
  • Progressive Railroading
  • Publisher: Trade Press Publishing Corporation
  • ISSN: 0033-0817
  • Serial URL: http://www.progressiverailroading.com

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Control systems; Freight cars; Railroad ties; Technology assessment; Train operation; Vehicle design
• Subject Areas: Design; Railroads; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00765296
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Jun 9 1999 12:00AM