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ویرایش: [2 ed.]
نویسندگان: Christos N. Pyrgidis
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ISBN (شابک) : 0367494213, 9780367494216
ناشر: CRC Press
سال نشر: 2021
تعداد صفحات: 592
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زبان: English
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توجه داشته باشید کتاب سیستم های حمل و نقل ریلی: طراحی، ساخت و بهره برداری نسخه زبان اصلی می باشد و کتاب ترجمه شده به فارسی نمی باشد. وبسایت اینترنشنال لایبرری ارائه دهنده کتاب های زبان اصلی می باشد و هیچ گونه کتاب ترجمه شده یا نوشته شده به فارسی را ارائه نمی دهد.
سیستمهای حملونقل ریلی طیف وسیعی از سیستمهای مسافری راهآهن، از سیستمهای معمولی و پرسرعت بینشهری گرفته تا حومه، منطقهای، عملکرد در شیبهای تند، و شهری را پوشش میدهد. همچنین سیستمهای راهآهن باری را که بارهای معمولی، بارهای سنگین و کالاهای خطرناک را حمل میکنند، به طور عمیق بررسی میکند.
برای هر سیستم، متن یک تعریف ارائه می دهد. مروری بر تکامل آن و نمونه هایی از عملکرد خوب؛ طراحی، ساخت و ویژگی های عملیاتی اصلی؛ و پیش شرط های انتخاب آن. علاوه بر این، یک نمای کلی از ایمنی، رابط با محیط، نیروهای وارد بر مسیر و تکنیکهایی که بر پایداری و هدایت وسایل نقلیه راهآهن حاکم است، ارائه میدهد.
این نسخه جدید دو فصل جدید به ارمغان می آورد. یکی مربوط به مطالعات پیش امکان سنجی پروژه های ریلی شهری است و دیگری به تحلیل عملکرد سیستم های ریلی تحت شرایط آب و هوایی خاص و پدیده های طبیعی می پردازد. مطالب جدید به بررسی معضلات، روندها و نوآوری ها در حمل و نقل ریلی می پردازد. تعریف جدید برای راه آهن پرسرعت؛ تعدادی از مطالعات موردی؛ و به روز رسانی فناوری های پیشرفته. این برای دانشجویان فارغ التحصیل، مهندسان، مشاوران، تولید کنندگان و مدیران شرکت های حمل و نقل که نیاز به مرجع و راهنما دارند ایده آل است.
Railway Transportation Systems covers the entire range of railway passenger systems, from conventional and high-speed intercity systems to suburban, regional, operating on steep gradients, and urban ones. It also examines in depth freight railway systems transporting conventional loads, heavy loads, and dangerous goods.
For each system, the text provides a definition; an overview of its evolution and examples of good practice; the main design, construction, and operational characteristics; and the preconditions for its selection. Additionally, it offers a general overview of safety, interfaces with the environment, forces acting on the track, and techniques that govern the stability and guidance of railway vehicles.
This new edition brings two new chapters. One concerns pre-feasibility studies of urban rail projects, and the other analyses the operation of railway systems under specific weather conditions and natural phenomena. New material examines dilemmas, trends and innovations in rail freight transportation; a new definition for high-speed rail; a number of case studies; and an update of cutting-edge technologies. It is ideal for graduate students, engineers, consultants, manufacturers, and transport company executives who need a reference and guide.
Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Dedication Table of Contents Preface to the Second Edition Acknowledgements Author Symbols and Abbreviations Chapter 1 The railway as a transport system 1.1 Definition 1.2 Constituents 1.2.1 Railway infrastructure 1.2.2 Rolling stock 1.2.3 Railway operation 1.3 The railway system technique 1.3.1 Description of the system 1.3.2 Fundamental functional principles 1.3.2.1 Running on a straight path 1.3.2.2 Running in curves 1.3.3 Distinctive features of railway systems compared to road means of transport 1.4 Classification of railway systems 1.4.1 Speed in railway engineering: design and operational considerations 1.4.1.1 Definitions 1.4.1.2 Case study 1.4.2 Classification of railway systems based on speed 1.4.3 Classification of railway systems based on functionality/provided services 1.4.4 Classification of railway systems based on track gauge 1.4.5 Classification of railway systems based on traffic composition 1.5 The capabilities of the railway system 1.5.1 Advantages and disadvantages of the railway 1.5.2 Comparison of the characteristics of railway systems 1.5.3 Comparison of the capabilities of different transportation systems 1.5.3.1 Comparison of air and high-speed train transport 1.5.3.2 Comparison of urban systems 1.6 Historical overview of the railway and future perspectives References Chapter 2 Loads on track 2.1 Classification of loads 2.2 Vertical loads on track 2.2.1 Static vertical loads 2.2.1.1 Axle load 2.2.1.2 Wheel weight 2.2.1.3 Daily traffic load 2.2.2 Quasi-static vertical loads 2.2.2.1 Vertical wheel load due to crosswinds 2.2.2.2 Vertical wheel load due to residual centrifugal force 2.2.3 Dynamic vertical loads 2.2.3.1 Dynamic vertical wheel load 2.2.3.2 Total vertical wheel load 2.2.3.3 Design vertical wheel load 2.2.3.4 Design loads of bridges 2.3 Transversal loads on track 2.3.1 Gravitational forces 2.3.2 Creep forces 2.3.2.1 Running on straight path 2.3.2.2 Running in curves 2.3.3 Crosswind forces 2.3.4 Residual centrifugal force 2.3.5 Total transversal force transmitted from the vehicle to the rail 2.3.6 Forces due to vehicle oscillations 2.3.7 Guidance forces 2.3.8 Case study 2.4 Longitudinal forces 2.4.1 Temperature forces 2.4.2 Rail creep forces 2.4.3 Braking forces: acceleration forces 2.4.4 Traction forces: adhesion forces 2.4.5 Fishplate forces References Chapter 3 Behaviour of rolling stock on track 3.1 Behaviour of a single railway wheelset 3.1.1 Movement on straight paths 3.1.2 Movement in curves 3.2 Behaviour of a whole vehicle 3.2.1 Operational and technical characteristics of bogies 3.2.1.1 Object and purposes of bogies 3.2.1.2 Conventional bogies 3.2.1.3 Bogies with self-steering wheelsets 3.2.1.4 Bogies with independently rotating wheels 3.2.1.5 Bogies with creep-controlled wheelsets 3.2.1.6 Bogies with wheels with mixed behaviour 3.2.2 Wheel rolling conditions and bogies inscription behaviour in curves 3.2.3 Lateral behaviour of a whole vehicle 3.2.3.1 Vehicles with conventional bogies 3.2.3.2 Vehicles with bogies with self-steering wheelsets 3.2.3.3 Vehicles with independently rotating wheels 3.2.3.4 Comparative assessment 3.2.4 Selection of bogie design characteristics based on operational aspects of networks 3.2.4.1 High-speed networks 3.2.4.2 Conventional speed networks 3.2.4.3 Mountainous networks 3.2.4.4 Metro networks 3.2.4.5 Tramway networks 3.3 Derailment of railway vehicles 3.3.1 Definition 3.3.2 Derailment as a result of vehicle overturning 3.3.2.1 Check for derailment due to overturning – movement along curved track segments 3.3.2.2 Check for derailment due to overturning – movement along straight track segments 3.3.3 Derailment due to track displacement 3.3.3.1 Prud’homme limit 3.3.3.2 Empirical formulas considering the stabilisation degree of the track and the type of sleepers 3.3.4 Derailment due to wheel climb 3.3.4.1 Criteria that evaluate the F1 / Q1 ratio 3.3.4.2 Criteria related to the time or distance limits, which are applied to limit the exceeding duration of the F1 / Q1 ratio limit in either time or distance scale 3.3.4.3 Criterion qr 3.3.4.4 Empirical formula that calculates the speed over, which a vehicle is derailed due to wheel climb 3.3.5 Derailment caused by gauge widening or rail rollover 3.4 Derailment in turnouts 3.5 Case study References Chapter 4 Tramway 4.1 Definition and description of the system 4.2 Classification of tramway systems 4.2.1 Based on physical characteristics of the corridor 4.2.2 Based on functionality/provided services 4.2.3 Based on floor height of the vehicles 4.2.3.1 Low floor 4.2.3.2 Very low floor 4.2.3.3 Moderately high floor 4.2.3.4 High floor 4.2.4 Based on power supply system 4.2.5 Other classifications 4.3 Constructional and operational characteristics of the system 4.3.1 Data related to track alignment and track superstructure 4.3.2 Rolling stock data 4.3.3 Tramway signalling system and traffic control 4.3.4 Transport capacity of the system 4.3.5 Run time and commercial speeds 4.3.6 Cost of implementing a tramway 4.4 Integration of tramway corridors across the road arteries 4.4.1 Types of integration of tramway corridors 4.4.1.1 A single track per direction at two opposite sides of the road 4.4.1.2 Double track on one side of the road 4.4.1.3 Central alignment 4.4.2 Geometric features of the integration of tramway corridors 4.4.2.1 Technical and Total Tramway infrastructure Right-Of-Way 4.4.2.2 Geometric integration of tramway corridors at curved sections of roads in the horizontal alignment 4.5 Integration of stops 4.5.1 Types of stops integration 4.5.2 Geometric and operational features of tramway stop integration 4.5.2.1 Geometric criteria 4.5.2.2 Operational criteria 4.6 Tramway depot facilities 4.6.1 General description and operational activities 4.6.1.1 Parking area/yard 4.6.1.2 Maintenance hall/workshop 4.6.1.3 Vehicle cleaning/washing area 4.6.2 Classification of tramway depots 4.6.3 Main design principles and selection of a ground plan area 4.7 Requirements for implementing the system 4.8 Historical overview and present situation 4.8.1 Historical overview 4.8.1.1 The first horse-drawn tram 4.8.1.2 The transition period from the horse-drawn tram to electrification 4.8.1.3 The development of electric trams 4.8.1.4 The period of dismantling of tram networks 4.8.1.5 Restoration and reintegration of tramway systems 4.8.2 Present situation References Chapter 5 Metro 5.1 Definition and description of the system 5.2 Classification of metro systems 5.2.1 Based on transport capacity 5.2.2 Based on the Grade of Automation of their operation 5.2.3 Based on the guidance system 5.2.4 Other classification categories 5.3 Constructional and operational characteristics of a metro system 5.3.1 Track layout 5.3.2 Track superstructure 5.3.3 Tunnels 5.3.4 Rolling stock 5.3.5 Operation 5.3.5.1 Commercial speeds, service frequency, and service reliability 5.3.5.2 Fare collection and ticket supply 5.3.5.3 Revenues for the system operator 5.3.6 Implementation cost 5.4 Metro stations 5.4.1 Location selection for metro stations 5.4.2 Construction depth of metro stations 5.4.3 Construction methods 5.4.3.1 Construction of the station’s shell 5.4.3.2 Surface construction 5.4.3.3 Number of station levels 5.4.3.4 Station architecture 5.4.4 Platforms 5.4.4.1 Layout of platforms 5.4.4.2 Platform dimensions 5.5 Depot facilities 5.6 Requirements for implementing the system 5.7 Historical overview and present situation 5.7.1 Historical overview 5.7.2 Present situation References Chapter 6 Monorail 6.1 Definition and description of the system 6.2 Classification of the monorails and techniques of the system 6.2.1 Based on train placement in relation to the guidebeam 6.2.2 Based on transport capacity 6.2.3 Based on system techniques 6.2.4 Based on functionality/services provided 6.3 Classification of the monorails and techniques of the system 6.3.1 Permanent way 6.3.2 Rolling stock 6.3.3 Operation 6.4 Advantages and disadvantages of monorail systems 6.4.1 Advantages 6.4.2 Disadvantages 6.5 Requirements for implementing the system 6.6 Historical overview and present situation 6.6.1 Historical overview 6.6.2 Present situation References Chapter 7 Automatic passenger transport railway systems of low- and medium-transport capacity 7.1 Definition 7.2 Cable-propelled railway systems 7.2.1 General description and classification 7.2.2 Constructional and operational features of the systems 7.2.2.1 System ‘principles’ and superstructure configurations 7.2.2.2 Guideway 7.2.3 Advantages and disadvantages 7.2.3.1 Advantages 7.2.3.2 Disadvantages 7.2.4 Requirements for implementing the system 7.3 Self-propelled electric systems 7.3.1 General description and classification 7.3.2 Battery-powered systems 7.3.2.1 Advantages (Wikipedia, 2015c) 7.3.2.2 Disadvantages (Wikipedia, 2015c) 7.3.3 Outside power feeding systems References Chapter 8 Suburban railway 8.1 Definition and classification of suburban railway systems 8.2 Constructional and operational characteristics of the suburban railway 8.3 Advantages and disadvantages of the suburban railway 8.3.1 Advantages 8.3.2 Disadvantages 8.4 Requirements for implementing the system 8.5 Airport railway links 8.5.1 Railway services between urban centres and neighbouring airports 8.5.2 Development in the number of airport–urban centre rail links in relation to that of airports 8.5.3 Average airport–urban centre distance served by the different types of railway systems 8.5.4 Number and type of railway systems serving as airport links in relation to urban centre population size References Chapter 9 Rack railway 9.1 Definition and description of the system 9.2 Classification of rack railway systems 9.2.1 Type of cog rail 9.2.2 Type of adhesion along the line 9.3 Evolution of the system and application examples 9.4 Constructional and operational features of rack railway systems 9.4.1 Track alignment 9.4.2 Track superstructure 9.4.3 Rolling stock 9.4.4 Operation 9.5 Advantages and disadvantages of rack railway systems 9.5.1 Advantages 9.5.2 Disadvantages 9.6 Requirements for implementing the system References Chapter 10 Cable railway systems for steep gradients 10.1 Definition and description of the system 10.2 The funicular 10.2.1 Evolution of funiculars and application examples 10.2.2 Constructional and operational features of funiculars 10.2.2.1 Infrastructure 10.2.2.2 Rolling stock 10.2.2.3 Operation 10.3 The inclined elevator 10.4 Advantages and disadvantages of cable railway systems for steep gradients 10.4.1 Advantages 10.4.2 Disadvantages 10.5 Requirements for implementing the system References Chapter 11 Organisation and management of passenger intercity railway transport 11.1 Services and basic design principles of passenger railway transport 11.2 Service level of intercity passenger railway transport: quality parameters 11.3 Rolling stock for passenger intercity railway transport 11.4 Scheduling of passenger train services 11.5 Case study: selection and purchase of rolling stock 11.5.1 Step 1: assessment of the existing situation 11.5.2 Step 2: determination of the target year 11.5.3 Step 3: assessment of the situation in the target year 11.5.4 Step 4: determination of the transport volume target 11.5.5 Step 5: determination of the service frequency target 11.5.6 Step 6: new train timetable scheme 11.5.7 Step 7: checks on corridor track capacity and transport volume 11.5.8 Step 8: in theory – required rolling stock for the performance of scheduled services 11.5.9 Step 9: practically required rolling stock 11.5.10 Step 10: required rolling stock References Chapter 12 High-speed networks and trains 12.1 Distinction between high speeds and conventional speeds 12.2 High-speed train issues 12.3 Specifications and technical solutions for the achievement of high speeds 12.3.1 Track geometry alignment characteristics 12.3.1.1 Selection of horizontal alignment radii – case study 12.3.1.2 Distance between track centres 12.3.1.3 Longitudinal slopes 12.3.2 Track superstructure components 12.3.3 Civil engineering structures 12.3.3.1 Tunnel traffic 12.3.3.2 Passage under bridges 12.3.3.3 Track fencing 12.3.3.4 Noise barriers 12.3.3.5 Handling aerodynamic effects in an ‘open’ track and on platforms 12.3.4 Track systems 12.3.5 Rolling stock 12.3.5.1 Aerodynamic design of vehicles 12.3.5.2 Design of bogies 12.3.5.3 Braking system 12.3.5.4 Vehicle design: construction 12.3.5.5 Implementation cost 12.4 Historical review and current situation of very high-speed networks and trains 12.5 Interoperability issues References Chapter 13 Tilting trains 13.1 Definition and operating principle of tilting technology 13.2 Tilting techniques and systems 13.2.1 Passive tilting 13.2.2 Active tilting 13.3 Main constructional and operational characteristics of tilting trains 13.3.1 Performances in terms of speed 13.3.2 Tilting angle 13.3.3 Track gauge 13.3.4 Axle load 13.3.5 Track superstructure 13.3.6 Bogies’ technology 13.3.7 Train formation 13.3.8 Signalling 13.3.9 Traction 13.3.10 Cost of rolling stock supply 13.4 Requirements for implementing the system 13.4.1 Existing conventional-speed infrastructure 13.4.2 New conventional-speed infrastructure 13.4.3 New high-speed infrastructure 13.5 Historic overview and present situation References Chapter 14 Metric track gauge intercity railway networks 14.1 Definition and description of the system 14.2 Main constructional characteristics of intercity metric track gauge lines 14.2.1 Track alignment: differences between tracks of metric and normal gauge 14.2.2 Track superstructure 14.3 Advantages and disadvantages of intercity metric gauge lines 14.3.1 Advantages 14.3.2 Disadvantages 14.4 Requirements for implementing the system References Chapter 15 Organisation and management of freight railway transport 15.1 Provided services and classification of freight railway transportation systems 15.2 Service level of freight railway transport: quality parameters 15.3 Rolling stock for freight 15.4 Scheduling of freight train services 15.5 The trends in the domain of freight rail transportation 15.5.1 Combined transport 15.5.2 Mass transport 15.5.3 Higher speeds 15.6 The main dilemmas for railway companies in the domain of freight rail transportation 15.6.1 Τhe ‘open’ issues 15.6.2 Mixed traffic operation 15.6.2.1 Description and justification of the problem 15.6.2.2 Contribution towards solving the dilemma – investigation of the impact of traffic composition on the economic profitability of a railway system 15.6.3 Transportation of dangerous goods 15.6.3.1 Description and justification of the problem 15.6.3.2 Contribution towards solving the dilemma 15.6.4 Long or short trains 15.6.4.1 Description and justification of the problem 15.6.4.2 Contribution towards solving the dilemma References Chapter 16 Heavy haul rail transport 16.1 Definition and general description of the system 16.2 The international market in heavy haul rail transport 16.3 Differences between conventional and heavy haul freight railway networks 16.4 Impacts of heavy haul rail operations and main design principles 16.4.1 Selection of track infrastructure components 16.4.1.1 Selection of the track’s alignment geometric characteristics 16.4.1.2 Selection of rails 16.4.1.3 Selection of the type of sleepers and the distances between them 16.4.1.4 Selection and dimensioning of track bed layer features 16.4.1.5 Construction principles of the formation layer 16.4.1.6 Dimensioning of bridges 16.4.1.7 Dimensioning of the signalling system 16.4.2 Effects on the rolling stock 16.4.3 Effects on the operation 16.5 Economic efficiency of heavy haul rail transport References Chapter 17 Operation of railway systems under specific weather conditions and natural phenomena 17.1 Specific weather conditions/natural phenomena and the railway systems 17.2 Specific weather conditions 17.2.1 Strong crosswinds 17.2.1.1 Interfaces with the railway system: impacts 17.2.1.2 Possible mitigation measures 17.2.2 Frost/heavy snowfall 17.2.2.1 Interfaces with the railway system: impacts 17.2.2.2 Possible mitigation measures 17.2.3 High temperatures 17.2.3.1 Interfaces with the railway system: impacts 17.2.3.2 Possible mitigation measures 17.3 Natural phenomena 17.3.1 Sandstorms 17.3.1.1 Interfaces with the railway system: impacts 17.3.1.2 Possible mitigation measures 17.3.2 Heavy leaf fall 17.3.2.1 Interfaces with the railway system: impacts 17.3.2.2 Possible mitigation measures 17.3.3 Earthquakes 17.3.3.1 Interfaces with the railway system: impacts 17.3.3.2 Possible mitigation measures References Chapter 18 Railway safety 18.1 Types of railway incidents and definition of railway safety 18.1.1 Types of railway incidents 18.1.2 Definition of railway safety 18.1.2.1 Based on risk level 18.1.2.2 Based on incident ‘indicators’ 18.2 Significance of safety in railway systems and differences in road safety 18.2.1 Significance of safety in railway systems 18.2.2 Distinctions between railway and road safety 18.3 Classification of railway incidents 18.4 Causes of railway incidents 18.5 Safety in civil engineering structures 18.5.1 Railway civil engineering structures and related incidents 18.5.2 Safety at railway bridges 18.5.3 Safety in railway tunnels 18.5.4 Safety at road overpasses 18.5.5 Safety on high embankments 18.5.6 Safety in deep cuttings 18.5.7 Safety in fencing 18.6 Safety at railway stations 18.7 Safety on the ‘open’ track 18.7.1 Potential risks 18.7.2 Safety measures 18.8 Safety at RLCs 18.9 The traffic moment of an RLC 18.10 Correlation between the cost of interventions and the safety level improvement 18.10.1 General approach 18.10.2 The change in the value of accident indicators 18.10.3 The change in the risk level 18.10.3.1 Characterisation of the frequency of a particular incident 18.10.3.2 Characterisation of the severity of a particular incident 18.10.4 Case studies 18.10.4.1 Individual passive RLC – conversion to active RLC 18.10.4.2 Individual passive RLC – conversion to overpass 18.10.4.3 Passive level crossings at railway network level References Chapter 19 Railway and the natural environment 19.1 Natural environment of the railway 19.2 Energy consumption 19.2.1 Definition: units expressing energy consumption 19.2.2 Energy-consuming railway activities 19.2.3 Special features of each railway system category 19.2.4 Measures for energy consumption reduction 19.3 Air pollution 19.3.1 Definition: units expressing air pollution 19.3.2 Railway activities causing air pollution 19.3.3 Special features of each railway system category 19.3.4 Measures for air pollution reduction 19.4 Soil and water pollution 19.4.1 Definition: measurement methods of soil and water pollution 19.4.2 Railway activities causing soil pollution 19.4.3 Special features of each railway system category 19.4.4 Countermeasures against the pollution of soil due to the presence of the railway 19.5 Visual annoyance 19.5.1 Definition: measurement methods of visual annoyance 19.5.2 Railway activities causing visual annoyance 19.5.3 Special features of each railway system category 19.5.4 Countermeasures against visual annoyance caused by the presence of the railway 19.6 Integration of the track into the landscape 19.6.1 Definition: measurement indices of integration 19.6.2 Railway activities causing a change of landscape 19.6.3 Special features of each railway system category 19.6.4 Measures for smooth integration of the railway into the landscape 19.7 Ecosystem disturbance 19.7.1 Definition: indices of expression of ecosystem disturbance 19.7.2 Railway activities causing ecosystem disturbance 19.7.3 Special features of each railway system category 19.7.4 Reduction measures of ecosystem disturbance 19.8 Disturbance of local resident activities: access restriction and disruption of urban space 19.8.1 Definition: measurement indices of disturbance on local resident activities 19.8.2 Railway activities causing disturbance to local resident activities 19.8.3 Special features of each railway system category 19.8.4 Measures for the reduction of disturbance caused to local residential activities due to the presence of railway infrastructure 19.9 Acoustic annoyance 19.9.1 Definition: units expressing acoustic annoyance 19.9.2 Railway activities causing acoustic annoyance 19.9.3 Special features of each railway system category 19.9.4 Countermeasures against acoustic annoyance 19.9.4.1 The path of noise transmission 19.9.4.2 The source of noise 19.10 Ground-borne noise and vibrations 19.10.1 Definition: measurement units of ground-borne noise and vibrations 19.10.2 Railway activities causing and affecting ground-borne noise and vibrations 19.10.3 Special features of each railway system category 19.10.4 Countermeasures against vibrations and ground-borne noise 19.11 Impacts on land use 19.12 Comparative assessment of the impacts of various means of transport on the natural environment 19.12.1 Methodology approach 19.12.2 Long distances: comparison between the aeroplane and the high-speed train 19.12.3 Urban transport: comparison of the metro, the tram, the urban bus, and the private car 19.12.4 Very high-speed transport modes: comparisons of the aeroplane, the very high-speed train, and the magnetic levitation train 19.12.5 Freight transport: comparison of freight trains and road trucks References Chapter 20 The research in the railway domain: Cutting-edge technologies in railways 20.1 The research in the railway domain in Europe 20.2 Definition and classification of cutting-edge technologies 20.3 Smart windows 20.4 Laser railhead cleaner system 20.5 Catenary-free power supply systems of tramways 20.5.1 Ground-level power supply systems 20.5.1.1 The APS system 20.5.1.2 The TramWave system 20.5.1.3 The PRIMOVE system 20.5.2 Onboard energy storage systems 20.5.2.1 Supercapacitor charging/ESS (supercapacitors or ultracapacitors) 20.6 Automation of trains 20.6.1 Definition and Grades of Automation 20.6.2 Implementing automation 20.6.3 The advantages and disadvantages of automation References Chapter 21 Applicability verification: A supporting tool for the conduction of feasibility studies of urban mass railway transportation systems 21.1 Applicability verification – definition and the need for its integration in urban railway project studies 21.2 Applicability verification of a tramway line 21.2.1 Individual required verifications 21.2.2 Verification of track alignment and geometric integration 21.2.2.1 Track alignment check 21.2.2.2 Geometric integration check 21.2.3 Applicability verification of operational efficiency 21.2.3.1 Check of the commercial speed 21.2.3.2 Check of the passenger transport volume 21.2.4 Applicability verification of a tramway depot 21.2.4.1 Check of the required and the available tramway ground plan area 21.2.4.2 Check of the distance of the tramway depot from the tramway main network 21.2.4.3 Check of the landscape 21.2.4.4 Check of the ability to acquire the land and locating of the tramway depot 21.2.5 Applicability verification of the implementation cost 21.2.6 Applicability verification of the environmental impacts 21.2.6.1 Check of noise pollution and vibrations 21.2.6.2 Check of visual annoyance 21.3 Applicability verification of a suburban line 21.3.1 Individual required verifications 21.3.2 Operation of suburban trains on existing infrastructure 21.3.2.1 Applicability verification of constructional features of the railway infrastructure 21.3.2.2 Applicability verification of the passenger transport volume 21.3.2.3 Applicability verification of system operability 21.3.2.4 Applicability verification of the station service level 21.3.2.5 Applicability verification of the availability of the depot facilities 21.3.2.6 Applicability verification of the environmental impacts 21.3.2.7 Applicability verification of the implementation cost 21.3.3 Operation of suburban trains on new infrastructure 21.3.3.1 Applicability verification of the constructional features of the railway infrastructure 21.3.3.2 Applicability verification of the passenger transport volume 21.3.3.3 Applicability verification of the location, construction, and operation of the depot facilities 21.3.3.4 Applicability verification of the environmental impacts 21.3.3.5 Applicability verification of the implementation cost 21.4 Applicability verification of a monorail line 21.5 Applicability verification of a metro line References Index