Research on Distributed and Variable Rate Sanding Effects on Train Braking and Track Circuit Detection
RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED · Awarded contract
AwardedResearch on Distributed and Variable Rate Sanding Effects on Train Braking and Track Circuit Detection
Awarded 30 May 2016
Awarded30 May 2016
Value£300,000.00
SupplierNOT AWARDED
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 10y 1mo ago4mo term
Awarded 30 May 2016Expired 29 Sept 2016
About
The Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited awarded a contract for research to understand the implications of distributed sanding and variable rate sanding on train braking capability in low adhesion conditions and the impact on train detection using track circuits.
The contract, valued at £300,000, was split into two lots: Lot 1 for braking testing and Lot 2 for train detection testing.
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