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IN2ZONE: Moving the EU towards the next generation of railway transition zones

This article explores the IN2ZONE research project which aims to…

7 July 2022 | By , , , , , ,

This article explores the IN2ZONE research project which aims to design and test a prototype next generation transition zone solution that provides a step-change in track support conditions, resulting in a reduction in maintenance interventions.

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The TRANSIT project: Innovation towards train pass‑by noise source characterisation and separation tools

Railway transport produces less CO2 and consumes less energy than…

9 February 2022 | By , , , , , , , ,

Railway transport produces less CO2 and consumes less energy than road and air transport modes; it also requires less space than road transport. However, noise and vibration (N&V) levels in the vicinity of railways are a major environmental challenge for the railway sector. In addition, a competitive railway transport system…

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SILVARSTAR project: Soil vibration and auralisation software tools for application in railways

In this article for Global Railway Review, we discover how,…

8 February 2022 | By , , , ,

In this article for Global Railway Review, we discover how, in the work of the SILVARSTAR project, the development of auralisation and visualisation tools can be used to predict, and demonstrate, railway noise using virtual reality technology.

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In-Depth Focus: Noise & Vibrations

In this In-Depth Focus, industry experts examine three projects –…

25 November 2021 | By

In this In-Depth Focus, industry experts examine three projects – SILVARSTAR, TRANSIT and FINE-2 – and how they are playing a part to understand the complex challenges around noise and vibration of railways and what can be done to reduce nuisance.

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Establishing cyber-security for next generation mobility

Marta Garcia, Technical Affairs Manager at UNIFE speaks about the…

21 October 2021 | By

Marta Garcia, Technical Affairs Manager at UNIFE speaks about the forever developing digital rail transport industry within Europe, and therefore the necessity for cyber-security adaptations in order to maintain and secure a safe and resilient rail sector.

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Global Railway Review Issue 5 2021

Packed full of exclusive content, including: a Roundtable discussion on…

20 October 2021 | By

Packed full of exclusive content, including: a Roundtable discussion on Decarbonising Rail; an In-Depth Focus to explore FRMCS; the impact of COVID-19 on Indonesia’s rail industry; establishing cyber-security for next generation rail mobility; and much more!