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Proposed strain gauge bridges for APT E load measuring wheel (IM-DA-181)

Last updated on 29 August 2013 3:50

A load measuring wheelset is being manufactured which it is hoped will measure vertical, lateral and longitudinal forces at the wheel rim. Particular interest attaches to measurements on curves negotiated with 9" cant deficiency and also to bounce of the wheel on the rail after a vertical discontinuity. Existing load...

Author(s): Pocklington A.R.

Organisation(s): British Rail Research ;

1973

United Kingdom

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