Research Catalogue
Welcome to the RSSB research catalogue. The catalogue contains all projects from the 20+ years of the RSSB rail research programme. Please be mindful of the publication date when accessing findings and guidance.
Search by entering a title, keyword(s) or project reference number below (e.g. "wayfinding" or T1010 or COF-INP-05) or use the filters to narrow down options.
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Innovation Project
SC04-POB-13
End Date: 2020
Complete
The project will create an advanced braking control system which optimises the braking performance of the existing friction and dynamic braking. It… Read More
Research Project
T1149
End Date: 2020
Complete
This project aimed to predict the effect of leaves on adhesion in the wheel/rail contact, updating the existing Water-Induced Low Adhesion Creep force… Read More
Research Project
COF-LAD and T1181
End Date: 2020
Complete
This research evaluated the effectiveness of railhead treatments in greater granularity and over a longer timeframe than previous projects. It also… Read More
Research Project
COF-AUT-02
End Date: 2020
Complete
This research sought to extend the functionality of a real time environmental monitoring system, which was developed as part of a previous project, to… Read More
Research Project
COF-UOH-LAB
End Date: 2020
Complete
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Low Adhesion Braking Model (LABRADOR)
Research Project
COF-FCA-03
End Date: 2020
Complete
What improvements could be made in adhesion forecasting if data already collected by the industry were used to build a rich picture of the adhesion… Read More
Research Project
COF-UOH-46
End Date: 2019
Complete
This project explored how data from a comprehensive three-month programme of track testing double and variable rate sanding could be used to support… Read More
Innovation Project
SC04-POB-15
End Date: 2019
Complete
Registered
Predictable and Optimised Braking: Using cryogenic technology to increase adhesion (SC04-POB-15)
Innovation Project
SC04-POB-16
End Date: 2019
Complete
A robust, simple and low-cost solution to deliver improvements in adhesion by delivering a small amount of water to the rails in front of the train in… Read More
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SC04-POB-12
End Date: 2019
Complete
Registered
Predictable and Optimised Braking: Linear induction motors for reliable braking (SC04-POB-12)
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Research Project
COF-FCA-02
End Date: 2019
Complete
Demonstrating techniques for evaluating low adhesion forecasts at a range of temporal and spatial scales with a view to developing future standards. Read More
Research Project
IMP-T1107 & COF-BRP
End Date: 2019
Complete
Low adhesion braking benefits of Double Variable Rate Sanders (DVRS) have been comprehensively demonstrated in full-scale track testing and a… Read More
Research Project
T1153
End Date: 2018
Complete
Lineside vegetation can pose a risk to train operation since it can cause obstructions on the line, and impede drivers’ vision. However, managing… Read More
Research Project
COF-E14-01
End Date: 2018
Complete
Registered
Using tribo-chemistry analysis to understand low adhesion in the wheel/rail contact (COF-E14-01)
Research Project
COF-ITR-01
End Date: 2018
Complete
The aims of this PhD were to develop new test methods to assess the product properties and physical application of grease and friction modifiers, and… Read More
Research Project
T1099
End Date: 2016
Complete
On Britain’s main line railways, trains decelerate using conventional friction brakes, rheostatic/regenerative braking, or a combination of both. In… Read More
Research Project
T1077
End Date: 2016
Complete
The purpose of this project was to develop a model to predict the effect of water in the wheel/rail contact patch, which has been validated by… Read More
Research Project
T1046
End Date: 2015
Complete
The aim of this project was to determine how the increased use of train borne sanders would affect the risk associated with wrong side track circuit… Read More
Research Project
T797
End Date: 2015
Complete
This project examined the relevance of sanding requirements on multiple unit trains and undertook testing and research to propose and support future… Read More
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COF-TAR-01
End Date: 2015
Complete
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Towards a high resolution ‘Internet of Things’ moisture detection system for railways (COF-TAR-01)
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SC04-POB-13
End Date: 2020
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The project will create an advanced braking control system which optimises the braking performance of the existing friction and dynamic braking. It… Read More
Innovation Project
SC04-POB-15
End Date: 2019
Complete
Registered
Predictable and Optimised Braking: Using cryogenic technology to increase adhesion (SC04-POB-15)
Innovation Project
SC04-POB-16
End Date: 2019
Complete
A robust, simple and low-cost solution to deliver improvements in adhesion by delivering a small amount of water to the rails in front of the train in… Read More
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SC04-POB-12
End Date: 2019
Complete
Registered
Predictable and Optimised Braking: Linear induction motors for reliable braking (SC04-POB-12)
Innovation Project
SC04-POB-14
End Date: 2019
Complete
Using plasma technology to clear the residue from railhead, returning the surface to a dry, clean and uncontaminated state with detriment to the rail… Read More
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SC04-POB-04
End Date: 2016
Complete
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Predictable and Optimised Braking: Reconditioned brake discs to improve performance (SC04-POB-04)
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Knowledge Search
S316
End Date: 2019
Complete
Registered
Sand Alternatives to Boost Adhesion (S316)
Knowledge Search
S284
End Date: 2017
Complete
How well do laboratory tests of friction modifiers (lubricants and greases to reduce surface friction) reflect their performance in the field? Read More
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S250
End Date: 2016
Complete
Registered
European Fact Finding on Adhesion (S250)
Knowledge Search
S235
End Date: 2015
Complete
Registered
Biochemistry of Leaves on Tracks (S235)
Knowledge Search
S189
End Date: 2014
Complete
What are the known impacts associated with the use of electromagnetic track brakes on railway infrastructure? Read More
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S136
End Date: 2013
Complete
Registered