Natural Hazard Risks on Railway Turnout Systems

Radon: sources, health risks, and hazard mapping.

Rubber Pad Intensity and Track Stiffness of Double Slip Turnout in Heavy Haul Railway

Double slip turnout is common in heavy haul railway and due to its complex structure, its maintenance is difficult as well as important. Focusing on No.12 double slip turnout (75 kg/m rail), this study analyzed the intensity of the different slotted rubber pad under iron plate and track stiffness of turnout zone based on the finite element method with a purpose of improving the performance of t...

”Engineering Electoral Systems to Increase Turnout”

In this paper we propose two mechanisms that can be used as a solution to low participation levels in PR elections. The first tool we propose is an electoral rule where the number of candidates elected depends on the level of participation. The second tool we propose is a participation quorum that has to be met in order for the election to be valid. In both cases we characterize all possible eq...

Railway Continuous Prestressed Concrete Bridge Design in Ballastless Track Turnout Zones

Laying ballastless track on railway bridges has the advantages of reducing the train noise problem, improving passenger comfort, and reducing track maintenance costs. Therefore, railway bridges with ballastless track have gradually turned into a major trend in railway systems all over the world. In Taiwan, railway bridges with ballastless track have been in use for many years, with ballastless ...

Psycho-behavioural risks of low back pain in railway workers.

BACKGROUND Low back pain (LBP) is the most costly ailment in the work force. Risky work behaviour and psychological stress are established risk factors. AIMS To explore the associations between workplace risk factors, psychological stress and LBP among Malaysian railway workers. METHODS A cross-sectional study was carried out on railway workers in Malaysia. Socio-demographics, workplace ris...