Structural and Material Characterisation of Insulated Rail Joints

Insulated rail joints are designed in a similar way to butt jointed steel structural systems, the difference being a purpose made gap between the main rail members to maintain electrical insulation for the proper functioning of the track circuitry at all times of train operation. When loaded wheels...

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Main Authors: N. Zong, D. Wexler, M. Dhanasekar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Electronic Journals for Science and Engineering - International 2013-01-01
Series:Electronic Journal of Structural Engineering
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Online Access:https://ejsei.com/EJSE/article/view/163