TN2315 Iss 1
Evidence conservation of failed axle bearings in service
Synopsis
This technical note sets out a methodical approach to collecting data at the point of failure and preserving the failed bearings for further analysis to help achieve fault-free train operations and help to prevent axle bearing failures.
Summary Of Changes
This is a new document. When an axle bearing fails in service, it is important to collect all the relevant information to support the root cause analysis. The Technical Note gives guidance on how to collect and preserve evidence in a step by-step method. It narrates the procedure to follow in both the catastrophic incident and HABD activated incidents. Also, guides how to take good and clear pictures of the failed bearings.
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Technical note
- Issued:
- 10/09/2024
- Published:
- 10/09/2024
- In Force:
- 12/09/2024
- Next Review:
- 12/09/2025
Details
| Vehicle Assessment | No |
| Associated Standard | RIS-2709-RST Iss 1, RIS-2766-RST Iss 2 |
| Lead Committee | Rolling Stock - RST |
| Supporting Committee | Plant - PLT |