Analysis of a MkIIIA coach wheel, fitted with either 1% Chrome-Copper, BR 58 Aluminium Alloy or Cast Iron check discs, undergoing a stop brake from 200 km/h (TM-EA-42)

This report compares the performance of wheel mounted disc brakes made from 1% Chrome-Copper and BR58 Aluminium Alloy with conventional Cast Iron discs with respect to the temperature distributions in the wheel and discs and the stress distribution in the wheel. The braking case considered is an emergency stop brake...