Looking for RSSB-led research?

Proof and fatigue testing of modified aluminium beer barrels for the braking system air receivers on A.P.T. (IM-FM-037)

Last updated on 22 November 2013 2:28

Aluminium pressure vessels manufactured by Grundy Ltd. (designed originally as beer casks) are being considered for use as air reservoirs for A.P.T. Hydraulic pressure tests have been carried out to evaluate the vessels. The tests specified by the Stress Office were to comprise (i) a static proof pressure test to...

Author(s): Durbin G.G.B.;Cahill J.

Organisation(s): British Rail Research ;

1973

United Kingdom

Log in or register to continue