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2025

DATE

09 - 28

Train Wheel Flange Wear: Impacts, Risks, and Maintenance Standards

Wheel flange wear is a critical issue in railway maintenance, directly affecting operational safety and efficiency. Progressive wear can degrade vehicle performance and introduce significant safety hazards. Key Impacts of Excessive Flange Wear 1.Increased Derailment Risk · On Curves: Worn flanges r

2025

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09 - 18

Railway Wheelset Assembly: Process & Standards

I. Importance of the WheelsetThe wheelset is a critical component of the bogie. Its functions include supporting the entire weight of the vehicle body, ensuring high-speed operation on rails, and withstanding multi-directional static and dynamic loads from both the vehicle body and the tracks. Given

2025

DATE

09 - 11

Passenger Train Wheels: Structure and Functions

Passenger train wheels are the ultimate load-bearing components of railway passenger cars. Their primary role is to transfer the load of the passenger car to the rails and to roll along them, enabling smooth operation. The condition of the wheels is one of the most critical factors influencing both

2025

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09 - 04

Solutions for Freight Train Wheelset Failures

Freight train wheelsets are prone to tread damage, flange wear, and wheel rim cracks during long-term operation, which directly affect transportation safety and efficiency. This article analyzes common wheelset failures and their maintenance solutions. 1. Solutions for Common Failures1.1 Tread Fail

2025

DATE

08 - 28

Common Faults in Railway Freight Car Wheelsets: An In-Depth Analysis

IntroductionThe wheelset is the core component of a railway freight car's running gear, directly determining operational safety and stability. Throughout its service life, it endures complex dynamic loads, frequent curve negotiation, switch passing, and intense braking conditions, making it prone to

2025

DATE

08 - 08

Complete Rail Classification Guide: Weight, Strength, and Applications

1. By Weight: From Light Rail to Heavy Rail The most common way to classify rails is by weight, which directly reflects the cross-sectional size and load-bearing capacity: · Heavy rail series: 43 kg/m and above (e.g., 43 rail, 50 rail, 60 rail, 75 rail) · Light rail series: Below 43 kg/m (e.g., 24 r

2025

DATE

07 - 28

Why Do Trains Use Steel Wheels While Cars Use Rubber Tires?

The Perfect Combination of Steel and Technology When we see cars speeding on highways and trains roaring past on tracks, one striking difference catches our attention: cars use rubber tires, while trains insist on steel wheels. What scientific principles and technical considerations lie behind this?

2025

DATE

07 - 17

What Is The Profile of Train Wheel Flanges And Treads?

The selection of the wheel flange and tread profile of train wheels not only affects the wear and service life of the wheel forgings on the track but also directly influences the curve negotiation performance and running quality of the equipment. The flange ensures that the wheels can reliably pass

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