scholarly journals Wheel Flats in the Dynamic Behavior of Ballasted and Slab Railway Tracks

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (15) ◽  
pp. 7127
Author(s):  
Cecilia Vale
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Behavior ◽  
Vertical Displacement ◽  
Numerical Approach ◽  
Hertzian Contact ◽  
Dynamic Force ◽  
Slab Track ◽  
Regulatory Limits ◽  
Continuous Slab ◽  
Ballasted Track ◽  
Wheel Flat

Wheel flats induce high-impact loads with relevance for the safety of the vehicle in operation as they can contribute to broken axles, hot axle boxes, and damaged rolling bearings and wheels. The high loads also induce damage in the track components such as rails and sleepers. Although this subject has been studied numerically and experimentally over the last few years, the wheel flat problem has focused on ballasted tracks, and there is a need to understand the phenomena also for slab tracks. In this research, a numerical approach was used to show the effects of the wheel flats with different geometric configurations on the dynamic behavior of a classical ballasted track and a continuous slab track. Several wheel flat geometries and different vehicle speeds were considered. The nonlinear Hertzian contact model was used because of the high dynamic variation of the interaction of the load between the vehicle and the rail. The results evidenced that, for the same traffic conditions, the dynamic force was higher on the slab track than on the ballasted one, contrary to the maximum vertical displacement, which was higher on the ballasted track due to the track differences regarding the stiffness and frequency response. The results are useful for railway managers who wish to monitor track deterioration under the regulatory limits.

Field study using additional rails and an approach slab as a transition zone from slab track to the ballasted track

2017 ◽  
Vol 232 (4) ◽  
pp. 970-978 ◽  
Author(s):  
H Heydari-Noghabi ◽  
JA Zakeri ◽  
M Esmaeili ◽  
JN Varandas
Keyword(s):  
Transition Zone ◽  
Dynamic Behavior ◽  
Field Tests ◽  
Field Measurements ◽  
Sudden Increase ◽  
Transition Zones ◽  
Slab Track ◽  
Railway Line ◽  
Approach Slab ◽  
Ballasted Track

An abrupt change in the stiffness of railway tracks at the junction between slab track and ballasted track causes increased dynamic loads, asymmetric settlements, damage of track components, and, consequently, increased maintenance costs. Due to this, a transition zone is usually built at the junction between the ballasted and the ballastless tracks to reduce the aforementioned problems. One of the methods suggested as a transition zone in these areas is to use a combination of an approach slab and additional rails. This study evaluates the dynamic behavior of this type of transition zone using field tests and also compares its performance with a transition zone built only with an approach slab. Hence, in the Tehran–Karaj railway line, two types of transition zones were constructed: one including only the approach slab and the other one including additional rails and an approach slab. Then, by conducting some field tests, the dynamic behavior of the track in these two types of transition zones was examined. The results of the field measurements show that for the analyzed case study, at the combined transition zone with additional rails and an approach slab, instead of a sudden increase in rail displacements from the slab track to the ballasted track (i.e. by 53%), initially, in the first part of the transition zone (with additional rails and an approach slab), the deflections increase by an average of 31%, and then in the second part of the transition zone (with additional rails only) the deflections increase additionally by 11%.

Engineered Semi-Flexible Composite Mixture Design and Its Implementation Method at Railroad Bridge Approach

2021 ◽  
pp. 036119812110049
Author(s):  
Shuai Yu ◽  
Shihui Shen ◽  
Hai Huang ◽  
Cheng Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Transition Zone ◽  
Structural Adjustment ◽  
Asphalt Mixture ◽  
Vertical Displacement ◽  
Smooth Transition ◽  
Railway Track ◽  
Dynamic Force ◽  
Entire Structure ◽  
Bridge Approach ◽  
Composite Mixture

Considerable variation in the vertical displacement can cause railway tracks’ transition problems at the bridge approach. The vertical displacement gaps can result in amplification of the dynamic force and frequency, and gradually degrade the serviceability of the railway track. Many strategies, focusing on either modifying the track component or making changes to the entire structure, were used to mitigate transition problems. In particular, asphalt concrete underlayment as a structural adjustment method provides additional support to the ballast and protects the subgrade. However, its effect of reducing dynamic impact at the bridge approach is limited because asphalt mixture has a limited range of modulus and cannot make enough adjustments to the entire structure. Therefore, this paper aims to develop an engineered semi-flexible composite mixture (SFCM) design to mitigate the transition problem. The experiment showed that SFCM is a viscoelastic material with a wider modulus range, and its modulus can adjust with its air voids and the concrete slurry content. Track analysis using a 2.5D sandwich model was conducted to simulate the effects of the structure and material on the responses of the railway track under the dynamic loads and determine the arrangement of the transition zone. A four-segment transition zone design was eventually proposed for a special case of bridge approach. This method can be used to develop transition zones for achieving a smooth transition at the bridge approaches.

Modelling and in-situ measurement of dynamic behavior of asphalt supporting layer in slab track system

2019 ◽  
Vol 228 ◽  
pp. 116776 ◽  
Author(s):  
Song Liu ◽  
Xianhua Chen ◽  
Yuewei Ma ◽  
Jun Yang ◽  
Degou Cai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Behavior ◽  
In Situ Measurement ◽  
Slab Track ◽  
Track System ◽  
Supporting Layer

scholarly journals Influence of rigidity of retainers on dynamic behavior of implant-supported removable partial dentures

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Toshifumi Nogawa ◽  
Masayasu Saito ◽  
Naomichi Murashima ◽  
Yoshiyuki Takayama ◽  
Atsuro Yokoyama
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Behavior ◽  
Horizontal Displacement ◽  
Vertical Displacement ◽  
Denture Base ◽  
Second Molar ◽  
Mechanical Simulation ◽  
Computed Tomography Images ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Abutment Teeth ◽  
Distal Extension

Abstract Background Implant-supported removable partial dentures (ISRPDs) are an effective treatment for partially edentulous patients. ISRPDs improve patients’ satisfaction and oral function to a greater extent than RPDs by improving denture stability and enhancing support. However, the effect of a type of direct retainer on displacement of the abutment teeth and dentures in ISRPDs remains unclear. Therefore, we made a resin mandibular model of unilateral mandibular distal-extension partial edentulism for mechanical simulation and compared the dynamic behavior of the abutment teeth and the denture base among different tooth-borne retainers with various rigidities for RPDs and ISRPDs. Methods A resin mandibular model for mechanical simulation that had unilateral mandibular distal-extension edentulism and was missing the first molar, second molar, first premolar, and second premolar, and a denture fabricated from the patient’s computed tomography images were used. Three types of direct retainers with different connecting rigidities were evaluated. The vertical displacement of the denture base and buccal and lingual sides and the mesial displacement of the abutment teeth were measured. Results Regardless of the rigidity of the direct retainers and loading positions, the displacement of the denture bases in the ISRPDs was significantly smaller than that in the RPDs (P < 0.001). There was no significant difference in vertical displacement of the denture bases among direct retainers with various connecting rigidities in the ISRPDs. Conversely, horizontal displacement of the abutment teeth in both the RPDs and ISRPDs tended to be larger with the cone crown telescope, which has high rigidity, than with the cast cingulum rest and wire clasp, which have much lower rigidities. Conclusion Our results suggested that cast cingulum rest and wire clasps as direct retainers are appropriate ISRPDs to minimize denture movement and suppress displacement of the remaining teeth in patients with unilateral mandibular distal-extension partial edentulism.

Dynamic Behavior of String Subjected to Travelling Mass

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shakti P. Jena ◽  
S. Naresh Kumar ◽  
Hemanth Cheedella
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Green’S Function ◽  
Dynamic Behavior ◽  
Green's Function ◽  
Transverse Vibration ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Numerical Approach ◽  
Complete Analysis ◽  
Numerical Example

Abstract The present study is based on the transverse vibration analogy of a string subjected to a travelling mass. The string is considered to be fixed at their both ends. The responses of the string due to the dynamic behavior of the travelling mass are determined using a numerical approach i.e. Green’s function. A Finite Element Model (FEM) has been developed to authenticate the numerical approach. For the responses analysis of the string, numerical example has been illustrated to study the behavior of the string due to the travelling mass and to check the convergence of the two proposed analogies (Green’s function and FEM). The complete analysis has been performed at constant travelling speed and different masses. The two approaches converge well and the Green’s function methodology found to be suitable one.

Evaluation of Dynamic Behavior for Pile-Supported Slab Track System by 3D Numerical Analysis

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (5) ◽  
pp. 255-264
Author(s):  
Mintaek Yoo ◽  
◽  
Mincheol Back ◽  
Ilhwa Lee ◽  
Jinsun Lee
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Dynamic Behavior ◽  
Slab Track ◽  
Track System

High Speed Rail: Track Construction Considerations

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Blaine O. Peterson
Keyword(s):  
High Speed ◽  
Optimal Solution ◽  
Rolling Stock ◽  
High Speed Rail ◽  
Track Geometry ◽  
Slab Track ◽  
Passenger Rail ◽  
Construction Methods ◽  
Track System ◽  
Ballasted Track

This paper discusses general High Speed Rail (HSR) track geometry, construction and maintenance practices and tolerances. The discussion will reference several key international projects and highlight different construction methods and the track geometry assessments used to establish and ensure serviceability of a typical HSR system. Historically, established tighter tolerances of “Express” HSR (i.e. operating speeds greater than 240 km/h or 150 mph) systems have favored the use of slab track systems over ballasted track systems. Slab track systems offer greater inherent stability while ballasted track systems generally require more frequent track geometry assessments and anomaly-correcting surfacing operations. The decisions related to which system to use for a given application involve numerous considerations discussed only briefly in this paper. In many cases, the optimal solution may include both track forms. Rolling stock considerations and their influence on track infrastructure design are considered beyond the scope of this paper. This paper will focus predominantly on two slab track systems widely used in international HSR projects: the Japanese J-slab track system; and the German Rheda slab track system. The French track system will be referenced as the typical ballasted track HSR design. The practices discussed in this paper generally apply to systems which are either primarily or exclusively passenger rail systems. In the U.S., these types of systems will necessarily exclude the systems the Federal Railway Administration (FRA) refers to as “Emerging” or “Regional” HSR systems which include passenger train traffic to share trackage on, what are otherwise considered, primarily freight lines.

Nonlinear Dynamics Behaviors of Ball Screws with Preload Considered

2012 ◽  
Vol 510 ◽  
pp. 304-309 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yong Jiang Chen ◽  
Wen Cheng Tang ◽  
Shi Gen Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Nonlinear Dynamics ◽  
Dynamic Behavior ◽  
Analytical Model ◽  
Rotational Speed ◽  
Nonlinear Dynamic ◽  
Hertzian Contact ◽  
Ball Screw ◽  
Contact Deformation ◽  
Rolling Element ◽  
Equations Of Motions

In order to improve the vibration problem arise when rotational speed of a ball screw is increased, an analytical model is proposed to study the nonlinear dynamic behavior of the ball screw with preload considered. The contact force of each rolling element described according to nonlinear Hertzian contact deformation and the re-circulating mechanism has been taken in to account. A end-type ball screw is selected as an example, the methods of Runge-Kutta-fehlberg is used to solve the equations of motions numerically. It was found that the preload can be useful in controlling the vibration of the system,but the inhibit effect is not proportional to it,in the light of different type of ball screw, corresponding prevention preload is recommended.

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