Railways; railways - selected characteristics
Contained within the 4th Edition (1974) of the Atlas of Canada is a set of two maps accompanied by graphics. The first map shows the extension of the railway network. Gradual extensions are denoted for the following periods: 1836 to 1852, 1853 to 1880, 1881 to 1905, 1906 to 1918, 1919 to 1935, 1936 to 1952 and 1953 to 1971.
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The posssibilities of railway transport utilizing as a backbone network of integrated passenger transport systems [PDF]
The aspects of utilizing of railway transport as a backbone network of integrated passenger transport systems are solved in the contribution. The basic requirements on this railway transport service are specified in the contribution.
Bulíček, Josef
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Complex delay dynamics on railway networks: from universal laws to realistic modelling
Railways are a key infrastructure for any modern country. The reliability and resilience of this peculiar transportation system may be challenged by different shocks such as disruptions, strikes and adverse weather conditions. These events compromise the
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OPTIMAL RAILWAY INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR POLICIES TO MANAGE RISK UNDER UNCERTAINTY WITH ADAPTIVE CONTROL [PDF]
The aim of this paper is to apply two adaptive control formulations under uncertainty, say open-loop and closed-loop, to the process of developing maintenance and repair policies for railway infrastructures.
Javier González +3 more
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Usage simulation methods for education [PDF]
The paper deals with usage of computer simulation methods for education at Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Signaling in Transport, Jan Perner Transport Faculty, University of Pardubice.
Doleček, Radovan, Černý, Ondřej
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Prognostics with autoregressive moving average for railway turnouts [PDF]
Turnout systems are one of the most critical systems on railway infrastructure. Diagnostics and prognostics on turnout system have ability to increase the reliability & availability and reduce the downtime of the railway infrastructure.
Camci, Faith +4 more
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A new CAE procedure for railway wheel tribological design [PDF]
New demands are being imposed on railway wheel wear and reliability to increase the time between wheel reprofiling, improve safety and reduce total wheelset lifecycle costs.
Bel Knani, K. +5 more
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Timed Fault Tree Models of the China Yongwen Railway Accident [PDF]
Safety is an essential requirement for railway transportation. There are many methods that have been developed to predict, prevent and mitigate accidents in this context. All of these methods have their own purpose and limitations.
Johnson, Chris +4 more
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Service Performance Evaluation in Large Railway Station in Indonesia [PDF]
People need transportation for social and economic daily activities. Since road network usually experience traffic congestion, railroad is one of good alternatives.
Paladan, F. O. (Floid) +1 more
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Opportunities and challenges with new railway planning approach in Sweden [PDF]
Long lead times in railway planning can give rise to a significant discrepancy between the original plan and the traffic eventually operated, resulting in inefficient utilization of capacity. Research shows that the railway sector in Sweden would benefit
Aronsson, Martin +3 more
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