Vehicle Track Dynamics

ZETA-TECH helps railroads understand vehicle track dynamics and plan for safe transportation of railway cars over track. The primary purpose of this type of analysis is to understand and reduce force on track to avoid derailment.

Services Include:

Evaluation of the track geometry

Evaluation of dynamic behavior as vehicle runs down the track

Analysis of vehicles from railway and manufacturer

Modeling the dynamic relationship between the vehicle and track to predict movement and prevent derailment

ZETA-TECH is also a global leader in Derailment Analysis.

Wheel/Rail Contact Force vs. Train Speed

Energy Loss as a Function of Track Quality

Dynamic Wheel Load Amplification Factor vs. Track Geometry Quality