A.P.T. prototype train vertical response (IM-DA-084)

This memorandum considers the effect of primary suspension design and resilient wheel selection on the vertical dynamic performance of the A.P.T. prototype train. Two powered bogies are considered; the "light" bogie with 300 b.h.p. traction motors and the"heavy" bogie with 600 b.h.p. motors. Previously obtained results (1) for trailer car...