Fundamentals of Rail Vehicle Technology
The advantages of railways, such as low rolling resistance, guidance on the track, and the ability to transmit large wheel forces, have led to operations with train formation, large fleets, and cross-border expansion. This requires national (e.g., EBO, BO Strab) and international laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., TSI, UIC Code). Among the most important specifications are wheel–rail dimensions, the dimensions of coupling and buffer systems, the Berne Space (loading gauge), and the determination of main vehicle dimensions according to restriction calculations.
Furthermore, the requirements for wagon construction materials, as well as the resulting material selection and construction methods, are addressed as important aspects in the pursuit of economical lightweight construction.
Main Topics
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Characterization and Classification of Rail Vehicle Engineering
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Classification and Fundamental Functions of Rail Vehicles
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Rules, Regulations, and Derived Design Parameters
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Restriction Calculations (Dimensional/Loading Constraints)
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Coupling and Buffer Systems
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Special Equipment of Rail Vehicles – Tilting Technology
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Materials and Construction Methods in Rail Vehicle Design
Time / Location
Course dates and locations are announced via OPAL.
Interested students can enroll in the OPAL-course “Fundamentals of Rail Vehicle Technology.”