Technical Program
Topics
Technical sessions will cover a broad range of topics in railway operations and technology, but will focus in particular on the following topics:
Heat and Cold Impact on Track
Locomotive Reliability and Dynamics
Metallurgical Specifications for Extreme Weather
Preparedness and Contingency Plans for Weather Extremes
Extending the Limits on Train Length and Axle Load
Railroading in Desert Conditions
Slide and Avalanche Risk Assessment and Mitigation
Operation Recovery from Service Outages
Railroading in Long Tunnels
Contingencies for High Altitudes
Winter Procedures for Track
Transitioning from Season to Season
Protecting Operations over Permafrost
Dealing with Severe Flooding and Runoff
Service Reliability
Energy
Environment
Railway Operations
Rail Performance
Wheel Performance
Vehicle/Track Interaction
Ballast and Subgrade
Emerging Technologies
Network Capacity
Human Factors
Safety