Operational testing of intelligent rail lubrication system. Final report
Technical Report
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OSTI ID:299854
This IDEA project designs, builds, and demonstrates an automated, computer-controlled onboard intelligent system for applying new environmentally safe and consumable lubricants for rail systems. The IDEA product is to be operationally tested in a commuter rail system (METRA) for providing controlled lubrication on rails and wheel in an environmentally safe way. The lubricant applied to the rail will reduce friction between the wheel and rail and is expected to provide significant benefits in maintenance, safety, and overall economic efficiency. Progressive development of a rail lubrication system for US railroads indicates potential major benefits including reduction in wheel wear, rail wear, and track maintenance costs. Significant benefits transferable to commuter rail and high-speed transit systems are expected as well.
- Research Organization:
- Transportation Research Board, IDEA Program, Washington, DC (United States); Tranergy Corp., Bensenville, IL (United States); Department of Transportation, Washington, DC (United States); Transit Development Corp., Washington, DC (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- Department of Transportation, Washington, DC (United States)
- OSTI ID:
- 299854
- Report Number(s):
- PB--99-113219/XAB; TRB/IDEA/TRANSIT--24
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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