Wheel-rail interface

The wheel-rail interface (also known as wheel-rail interaction[1]) is the on-contact interaction between wheels and rails in railways. The term is used in connection with the design and management of their interaction. The focus is on safety improvement, maintenance and replacement costs reduction, downtime reduction, and energy and environmental management.[2][3]

References

  1. ↑ Tuzik, Bob (8 January 2014). "Taking the Long View: 20 years of Wheel/Rail Interaction (Part 1 of 2)". Interface Journal.
  2. ↑ Fröhling, Robert. "Wheel/Rail Interface Management in South Africa – The Past and the Future". Transner Freight Rail. Retrieved 21 January 2014.
  3. ↑ "Wheels and Bogies". Railway Technical Web Pages. Retrieved 21 January 2014.