SIMPLE DYNAMIC MODEL FOR SIMULATING DRAFT-GEAR BEHAVIOR IN RAIL-CAR IMPACTS.

  • T. K. Hsu
  • , D. A. Peters

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Abstract

The model is based on an analysis of the individual components inside several types of draft gears. The transition from kinetic to static friction during the impact is included. Comparisons with drop-hammer tests and full-scale impacts show good agreement with the experimental forces and deflections. In particular two very important phenomena are correctly simulated: the rise in force just before maximum travel, and the stick-slip-grab phenomenon during impact.

Original languageEnglish
JournalAmerican Society of Mechanical Engineers (Paper)
Issue number78 -RT-2
StatePublished - 1978
EventUnknown conference -
Duration: Apr 11 1978Apr 12 1978

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