Overturning of tilting trains in curves – Investigation and recommendations for controls

Last updated on 11 September 2017 8:42
This study provides proposals for the maximum cant deficiency or speed to which trains with active tilt systems can operate without adversely affecting the margin of safety available against derailment due to overturning. Use of higher levels of cant deficiency than the conventional levels defined in Group Standard GC/RT5017...
Author(s): Cheesewright P R
Organisation(s): AEA Technology Rail ;
1999
United Kingdom
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