Rail Technology Conferences 2010

The interface of wheel and rail in railway operations is a dynamic and complex area. Scientific studies and technological developments are continuously trying to improve the performance of both systems and to reduce side effects such as noise and vibrations. A good insight in their interaction and a thorough analysis of the system are important fundamentals for improvements.

The two-day international Rail Technology Conferences 2010 have addressed both wheel/rail interface and noise & vibrations by offering a fundamental platform for rail experts in the area of wheel/rail to exchange knowledge and experiences while meeting industry experts.

Wheel/rail interface – 2 June 2010
- Design and actual use of track: maintenance optimisation
- Wheel/rail contact: optimising opposite demands
- Rail inspection systems & the need for standardisation
- Rail & track maintenance: efficient solutions

Noise & vibrations – 3 June 2010
- Rail and its direct surroundings - regulations & design
- Rail and its direct surroundings - experiences & best practices
- Sound-management by material choice
- Vibration reduction methods

Current research, new maintenance techniques, noise/vibration abatement measures and best practices and lessons learnt from various experiences were discussed during these two days.