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Track Dynamics Research Contents and Related Standards

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With increasing train speed, axle loads, traffic density, and the wider engineering applications of new vehicles and track structures, the interaction between vehicle and track has become more complex. Accordingly, the train running safety and stability are more affected by increased dynamic stresses.

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Lei, X. (2017). Track Dynamics Research Contents and Related Standards. In: High Speed Railway Track Dynamics. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-2039-1_1

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