Abstract: The use of alphalt pavements as railroad trackbeds has received considerable attention in recent years. However, very little is known about the design of such pavements for railroad use. A comparison between highway and ...

Abstract: Understanding fundamental track behaviors under dynamic load conditions is important to optimize design practices and achieve high-quality track performance. The American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association ...

Abstract: Excessive crosstie wear and abrasion and ballast wear and fouling are fundamental problems contributing to inadequate railroad track performance. This adversely affects the attainment and long-term maintenance of desired ...