Analysis of track and soil behaviour at transition zones: Case study near Gouda Goverwelle

The Dutch rail network is one of the busiest in the world. Structural, partly preventative, maintenance of the rail infrastructure is essential to ensure that such a busy network remains safe and free of faults. A substantial amount of position maintenance is currently necessary for the upkeep of the Dutch rail network and, in comparison with...

Experimental pressure wave research at NLR for high-speed rail tunnels

Pressure waves, that are generated when a high speed train enters a tiinnel, can cause annoyance to train passengers (rapid pressure fluctuations acting on the train) and for people living near the tunnel (micro-pressure wave). To improve train passenger comfort the effect of various pressure relieving measures (i.e. shafts and porous walls)...

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