Abstract
In this paper, an ultrasound reflectometry technique for contact measurements was used to characterize the wheel-endpost and rail edges contact. Finite element analysis was also carried out with a three-dimensional model. Ultrasonic measurements and finite element simulations were carried out with varied loads and different endpost thickness. A new approach investigating the wheel-endpost contact is introduced and a pilot study using ultrasound reflectometry on the combined materials contact measurements is included.
| Original language | English |
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| Journal | Civil-Comp Proceedings |
| Volume | 110 |
| Publication status | Published - 2016 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Contact pressure
- Endpost
- Finite element analysis
- Insulated rail joints
- Ultrasound reflectometry
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Environmental Engineering
- Civil and Structural Engineering
- Computational Theory and Mathematics
- Artificial Intelligence