Validation of System 21'' monobeam transit with computer analysis and large models

Conference · Mon Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1990

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1109/RRCON.1990.171666· OSTI ID:6927252

Edwards, L K ^[1]; Ahlbeck, D R ^[2]; Lissaman, P B.S. ^[3]; Mouton, W J; Powell, R O ^[4]

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1. Futrex, Inc., Fairfax, VA (USA)
2. Battelle, Columbus, OH (USA)
3. AV Dynamics (USA)
4. Tulane Univ., New Orleans, LA (USA)

Validation of four key features of the new SYSTEM 21'' aerial rapid transit system are discussed: Assessment of tension tie between car and beam by Mr. Ahlbeck; Dynamic analysis of cars/trains traveling along the guideway at speeds to 100 mph, by Dr. Lissaman; Analyses of guideway beam strength and rigidity by Dr. Powell and Prof. Mouton; Quarter-scale models to validate outrigger kinematics and modular makeup of the guideway and station. There are strong indications of suitability for operation at inter-city speeds as well. Most of this was done under a DOE grant to FUTREX in 1989, addressing issues identified by the National Bureau of Standards. 7 refs., 17 figs., 1 tab.

• Research Organization: Edwards (L.K.) DBA Transit, Inc., Falls Church, VA (USA)
• Sponsoring Organization: DOE/CE
• DOE Contract Number: FG01-89CE15439
• OSTI ID: 6927252
• Report Number(s): CONF-9004194-1; ON: DE90010046
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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