WELDED CARRIAGE-UNDERFRAMES, L.M.S.R.

The development of the arc-welded carriage frame is discussed along with a note on future trends. Some design aspects are given as related to associated welding technology. In addition, there are several points taken from the discussion that consider economy, stress lock-up, and materials, specifically stainless steel and aluminum alloys. Adherence to standardized framing is emphasized.

• Corporate Authors:

  Temple Press Limited

  161-166 Fleet Street
  Longon EC4,   England 
• Publication Date: 1947-5-23

Media Info

• Pagination: p. 530-31
• Serial:
  • RAILWAY GAZETTE
  • Volume: 86

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Construction; Economics; Fabrication; Motor vehicle bodies; Passenger cars; Technology; Vehicle design
• Geographic Terms: United Kingdom
• Old TRIS Terms: Car body; Car design
• Subject Areas: Construction; Design; Economics; Railroads;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00037910
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Dec 4 1994 12:00AM