Performance of Oerlikon WSP on Westrail EMU stock: Simulation tests on the WSPER (RR-SAM-055)

Westrail, the State Rail Authority for Western Australia, has experienced significantly elongated braking distances on electrical multiple unit (EMU) stock in damp operating conditions. They have asked that the Wheel Slide Protection (WSP) performance be assessed using the British Rail Research WSP Evaluation Rig (WSPER). This report covers the function...