RESEARCH PROGRAMME FOR THE REDUCTION OF NOISE IN SHORT-DISTANCE RAIL TRANSPORT. 3D AND LAST PART

Secondary resonance and vibration of rail superstructures are investigated to predict and quantify levels of noise and vibration. Four possibilities exist with regard to the reduction of solid-borne noise and vibrations: the excitation in wheel/rail interaction, variations in the transmission characteristics between the rail and substructure contingent upon permanent way design, the transmission path, and flexibly supported buildings. Predictions can be obtained through four methods: numerical mathematical, statistical, analytical measuring and admittance-orientated measuring. Success has been met in reducing emissions for rolling, curve and braking noise as well as reduced vibrations by various permanent way systems. Although research continues, useful results have also been achieved in the area of prediction.

• Corporate Authors:

  International Association of Public Transport (UITP)

  Rue Sainte Marie 6
  Brussels,   Belgium  BE-1080
• Authors:
  • KRUGER, F
• Publication Date: 1990-2

Media Info

• Features: Figures; Photos; References; Tables;
• Pagination: p. 97-121
• Serial:
  • UITP REVUE

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Forecasting; Noise control; Rail (Railroads); Rolling contact; Vibration; Wheels
• Uncontrolled Terms: Noise reduction
• Subject Areas: Highways; Public Transportation; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00496949
• Record Type: Publication
• Report/Paper Numbers: Vol. 39-1/90
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Aug 31 1990 12:00AM