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.
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Control Command and Communication
- CCC asset management (4)
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- Control and display systems (16)
- Data and communications systems (46)
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- Other - Control command and communication (36)
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- Signalling - Train detection systems (5)
- Signalling - Train protection systems (4)
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- Customer services for freight (44)
- Customer services for passengers (97)
- Keeping on-track staff safe (3)
- Movement of trains (59)
- Operation of road-rail interfaces including level crossings (45)
- Operational Safety (31)
- Other - Operations (33)
- Revenue and ticketing (9)
- Security management (39)
- Stations management and passenger flow (31)
- Traffic supervision and management (43)
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People Behaviour and Health
- Attitudes and behaviour (128)
- Culture (56)
- Education and competence (8)
- Equipment workplace and environmental design (36)
- Health and wellbeing (86)
- Human Factors in event reporting (1)
- Human performance (54)
- Human reliability (44)
- Job design (41)
- Selection and training (48)
- Other - People behaviour and health (20)
- Policy and Decision Making
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Rolling stock
- Braking systems (41)
- On board power supplies and monitoring (8)
- Rolling stock asset management (29)
- Rolling stock condition monitoring and inspection (28)
- Rolling stock fire performance (9)
- Rolling stock interiors (4)
- Rolling stock maintenance (44)
- Rolling stock passenger comfort (25)
- Rolling stock testing (32)
- Train design - Components (93)
- Train design - Structure and crashworthiness (50)
- Other - Rolling stock (37)
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Research Project
T1342
End Date: 2025
Underway
Modelling the potential consequences of a train collisions and derailments for different train types, speeds, lengths, and loading.
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Research Project
T1362
End Date: 2025
Underway
An agreed set of human factors principles to help the industry be more efficient in exploring and implementing AI-powered solutions.
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T1358
End Date: 2025
Underway
Real-word testing of rail diesel emisisons, including comparison with emissions from hydrotreated vegetable oils and consideration of the role of… Read More
Research Project
T1335
End Date: 2025
Underway
Finding ways to separate vital information from routine enquiries, so that controllers can make informed decisions to end disruption. Read More
Research Project
T1350
End Date: 2025
Underway
A fundamental study into the conditions that lead to wheel flats on freight vehicles, and potential mitigations. Read More
Research Project
T1369
End Date: 2025
Underway
Investigating passenger heating/cooling systems to improve efficiency and identify options for battery-powered trains. Read More
Research Project
T1314
End Date: 2025
Underway
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Dynamic seat comfort for passengers (T1314)
Research Project
T1316
End Date: 2025
Underway
Research in response to Recommendation 12 of the RAIB Rail Accident Report into the derailment of a passenger train at Carmont, Aberdeenshire on 12… Read More
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COF-UOH-85
End Date: 2025
Underway
Registered
Feasibility of identifying overspeed events using Train Describer train movement data (COF-UOH-85)
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T1368
End Date: 2025
Underway
Looking for opportunities to simplify signalling connections, encouraging freight growth and cutting costs. Read More
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- Data and communications systems (40)
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- Other - Control command and communication (35)
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- Customer services for freight (35)
- Customer services for passengers (68)
- Keeping on-track staff safe (2)
- Movement of trains (54)
- Operation of road-rail interfaces including level crossings (43)
- Operational Safety (26)
- Other - Operations (26)
- Revenue and ticketing (3)
- Security management (32)
- Stations management and passenger flow (29)
- Traffic supervision and management (31)
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People Behaviour and Health
- Attitudes and behaviour (100)
- Culture (43)
- Education and competence (6)
- Equipment workplace and environmental design (31)
- Health and wellbeing (63)
- Human Factors in event reporting (1)
- Human performance (48)
- Human reliability (32)
- Job design (32)
- Selection and training (42)
- Other - People behaviour and health (16)
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- Braking systems (29)
- On board power supplies and monitoring (3)
- Rolling stock asset management (23)
- Rolling stock condition monitoring and inspection (22)
- Rolling stock fire performance (7)
- Rolling stock interiors (4)
- Rolling stock maintenance (35)
- Rolling stock passenger comfort (20)
- Rolling stock testing (25)
- Train design - Components (76)
- Train design - Structure and crashworthiness (43)
- Other - Rolling stock (28)
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Research Project
T092
End Date: 2003
Complete
Registered
Lifecycle management of data used for the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) (T092)
Research Project
T087
End Date: 2003
Complete
Registered
Defining a standard train control interface for the European Rail Traffic Management System (T087)
Research Project
T043
End Date: 2003
Complete
Satellite communications have potential to increase safety and reduce costs. This study reviews the operational and safety communication requirements… Read More
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T052b
End Date: 2003
Complete
This project addresses the recommendations made by Lord Cullen in his first report on the Ladbroke Grove Rail Inquiry, pertaining to the use of… Read More
Research Project
T052c
End Date: 2003
Complete
Registered
Signage and illumination of Emergency Door Release mechanisms in passenger vehicles (T052c)
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T061b
End Date: 2003
Complete
Identifying the current uses of CCTV systems on the railway and simple means of improving their effectiveness. Read More
Research Project
T064c
End Date: 2003
Complete
Understand what transferable lessons there are from large-scale campaigns such as drink driving, cruelty to children and smoking. Read More
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T078
End Date: 2003
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Derailments due to vehicle-track interaction problems remain a significant contributor to risk. This research analyses derailments over a 10-year… Read More
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T060d
End Date: 2003
Complete
Lubrication of the wheel rail interface is an activity commonly undertaken by rail administrations. This research reviewed international practice in… Read More
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T045
End Date: 2003
Complete
Identifying, analysing and understanding the reasons for selecting red zone working and the barriers to green zone working. Making this knowledge… Read More
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Innovation Project
SC04-POT-07
End Date: 2016
Complete
We need alternative forms of train power to diesel for areas where electrification cannot be justified. Read More
Innovation Project
SC04-POT-09
End Date: 2016
Complete
We need alternative forms of train power (diesel) for areas where electrification cannot be justified. Read More
Innovation Project
SC04-POT-01
End Date: 2016
Complete
Feasibility study to develop a concept design and establish the merits of a Fuel Cell Electric Multiple Unit (FCEMU). Read More
Innovation Project
SC04-POT-03
End Date: 2016
Complete
Construction of a diesel‐electric hybrid power‐pack for efficient self-powered rail vehicles. Read More
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SC06-FTD-02
End Date: 2001
Complete
We need to respond to significant congestion in stations, particularly at gate-lines, which can lead to safety and crowd control issues as well as… Read More
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- Operational Safety (4)
- Other - Operations (7)
- Revenue and ticketing (2)
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- Stations management and passenger flow (2)
- Traffic supervision and management (6)
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- Braking systems (5)
- Rolling stock asset management (6)
- Rolling stock condition monitoring and inspection (6)
- Rolling stock fire performance (2)
- Rolling stock maintenance (9)
- Rolling stock passenger comfort (5)
- Rolling stock testing (4)
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- Train design - Structure and crashworthiness (6)
- Other - Rolling stock (8)
- Safety and Risk
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Knowledge Search
S384
End Date: 2024
Complete
Could personal health monitoring devices reduce the wearer’s risk of incapacity and allow them to return to work? Read More
Knowledge Search
S385
End Date: 2024
Complete
The potential of body armour to protect rail staff against violent incidents. Read More
Knowledge Search
S379
End Date: 2024
Complete
Registered
Fitness to Work (S379)
Knowledge Search
S375
End Date: 2024
Complete
Registered
Sensors and the Internet of Things (S375)
Knowledge Search
S378
End Date: 2024
Complete
A review of the literature on shift work and its impact on fatigue, accidents and broader aspects of health. Read More
Knowledge Search
S382
End Date: 2024
Complete
Registered
Lithium-ion battery safety (S382)
Knowledge Search
S366
End Date: 2023
Complete
Registered
Green infrastructure and the railways (S366)
Knowledge Search
S376
End Date: 2023
Complete
Registered
Remote and hybrid working (S376)
Knowledge Search
S370
End Date: 2023
Complete
Registered
Wayfinding tactiles (S370)
Knowledge Search
S363
End Date: 2023
Complete
Registered