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Date: 03/29/01 19:25
Train Wheel Physics
Author: IORY_GP40

I have to do a project for school on the physics of train wheels. Can anyone tell me a website that has info on this?

Thanks,

Dave

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Date: 03/29/01 19:50
RE: Train Wheel Physics
Author: spnudge

Try the FRA or the DOT. The AAR may be able to steer you the right way. These physics deal not just with the wheel but axle loading, side bearing play, L over V forces, curves, buff & stretch, etc. You are going to be busy

Nudge

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Date: 03/30/01 10:33
RE: Train Wheel Physics
Author: mcterza

While not a detailed technical description, there is a good posting on the physics of wheels and boogies on an UK website - trainweb.org. There will be some British spelling conventions (i.e.: tyre for tire) but otherwise it is a good basic description.

http://www.trainweb.org/railwaytechnical/whlbog.html

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