Train brake performance monitor

Details Train brake performance monitor Train brake performance monitor

1996-02-15

1998-04-28

Dombroske, George M.

Measuring and testing

Brake testing

73129, 340453, G01L 528

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057447071

ABSTRACT:
Method and apparatus for monitoring brake performance and updating information relating to brake performance while a train is in motion. A computer on the train is provided with inputs for grade information, axle speed, brakepipe pressure, and locomotive tractive effort. During brake applications when the train is in motion, calculations are made by the computer to update parameters which relate to braking performance, and to generate signals representing those parameters.

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