New methodology for rail grade selection

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Source: Dekra Rail

Dekra Rail and Delft University of Technology are currently investigating to develop a new methodology which will predict the expected damage development of a rail over time depending on the occurring load. The goal of the research is to gain more insight in wear and fatigue behavior of the various rail grades in order to justify the choice of rail material per location and to plan maintenance more effectively and at lower costs.

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Author: Marieke van Gompel

Marieke van Gompel is editor-in-chief of RailTech.com, RailFreight.com and SpoorPro.nl, online magazines for railway professionals.

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New methodology for rail grade selection

Research rail
Source: Dekra Rail

Dekra Rail and Delft University of Technology are currently investigating to develop a new methodology which will predict the expected damage development of a rail over time depending on the occurring load. The goal of the research is to gain more insight in wear and fatigue behavior of the various rail grades in order to justify the choice of rail material per location and to plan maintenance more effectively and at lower costs.

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Author: Marieke van Gompel

Marieke van Gompel is editor-in-chief of RailTech.com, RailFreight.com and SpoorPro.nl, online magazines for railway professionals.

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