Plasser 06-CTM and 07 tampers - fatigue life predictions from in-service strain measurements (TM-STM-005)

A modification programme to 06-CTM tampers calls for the installation of four flexible diagonal members to the framework. These diagonals are also fitted during the construction of new 07 tampers. Because of departures from the installation procedure, premature fatigue cracking occurred at the tops of the diagonals on a number...