Computational Modeling of Fraction in Rails
It is well known that one of the most significant causes of train derailments within the U.S. is due to rail fracture. Despite this fact, a reliable model for predicting fatigue fracture in rails has not yet been deployed within…
Computer Prediction of Buckling in Rails
It is well-known that track buckling is one of the most commonplace causes of train derailments [FRA 2022]. Accordingly, with partial funding provided by our previous USDOT UTC and the Technology Transportation Center, Inc. (TTCI, now MxV Rail), we are…
Experimental Determination of Crack Growth in Rails Subjected to Long-Term Cyclic Fatigue Loading
It is well known that one of the most significant causes of train derailments within the U.S. is due to rail fracture. Despite this fact, a reliable model for predicting fatigue fracture in rails has not yet been deployed within…
Experimental Determination of Track Structure Properties
It is well-known that aging track structure is one commonplace causal factor in train derailments. Furthermore, track buckling is observed to be more likely in older tracks. As described in our companion proposal, we are developing a computational track buckling…