Crashworthiness Fatigue Tests
Assessment of the initiation and progression of damage and residual deformations in the load-bearing structure of a railcar and/or the operational performance of railcar equipment under repeated impact loads transmitted through the automatic coupler
Bench Tests
Verification that the load-bearing structure of a railcar or its components withstands a specified number of loading cycles without the initiation of fatigue cracks.
Determination of the dynamic performance characteristics of rolling stock during operation on railway tracks.
Assessment of dynamic stresses in components and load-bearing structures of rolling stock during operation on railway tracks.
Recording dynamic processes in track superstructure elements as rolling stock passes over a test section, and determining indicators of rolling stock impact on railway tracks during running tests. Evaluation of the impact of rolling stock on railway tracks and turnouts, followed by the determination of permissible operating speed limits and the preparation of amendments to applicable operational regulations governing rolling stock operation.
Determination of dynamic stresses and deformations in the load-bearing structure of a railcar and its components under impact loads transmitted through the automatic coupler
Determination of quantitative characteristics of resistance to high-cycle fatigue for components, assemblies, or the load-bearing structure of a railcar.
Determination of traction characteristics and verification of the implementation of required operating modes of traction electrical equipment.
Stationary Brake Rests (Verification of the proper operation of the braking system) and Running Brake Tests (Determination of braking distance).
Verification of compliance of an object's overall dimensions with its prescribed structural clearance profile.
Determination of stresses and deformations in the railcar structure and its components during loading and unloading operations.
Determination of stresses and deformations in the load-bearing structure of a railcar and its components under the static application of design loads.
Determination of aerodynamic drag and lift forces, as well as analysis of the impact of aerodynamic forces on rolling stock stability and passenger comfort.
Determination of the presence or absence of electromagnetic interference generated by railway systems and equipment, as well as their susceptibility to external electromagnetic disturbances.
Measurement of insulation resistance and grounding resistance, as well as testing of protection systems under fault and emergency conditions.
Determination of performance parameters under exposure to critical temperature conditions.
Measurement of sound pressure levels inside rolling stock, as well as noise generated by rolling stock during operation and when stationary.
Measurement of the temperature rise of electrical equipment.
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