15 Dec 2005
December 15, 2005

TCRP Report 71: Track-Related Research, Vol. 5, Flange Climb Derailment Criteria and Wheel/Rail Profile Management and Maintenance Guidelines for Transit Operations

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This report examines flange climb derailment criteria for transit vehicles that include lateral-to-vertical ratio limits and a corresponding flange-climb-distance limit. The report also includes guidance to transit agencies on wheel and rail maintenance practices.  View Report read more →

01 Dec 2005
December 1, 2005

TCRP Report 71: Track-Related Research: Volume 5 Flange Climb Derailment Criteria and Wheel/Rail Profile Management and Maintenance Guidelines for Transit Operations

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The report includes flange climb derailment criteria for transit vehicles that include lateral-to-vertical (L/V) ratio limits and a corresponding flange-climb-distance limit, and it offers guidance that transit agencies can follow in their wheel and rail maintenance practices.  View Report read more →