Experimental validation of a numerical thermal model for railway brake blocks with experimental data obtained on a twin-disc rig
Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part F: Journal of Rail and Rapid Transit
Published online on August 06, 2026
Abstract
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Heat generation in tread braking systems increases the temperature of wheel and shoes, possibly triggering damage phenomena. Therefore, reliable brake temperature predictions are essential. Numerical models can thrust the implementation of brake ...
Heat generation in tread braking systems increases the temperature of wheel and shoes, possibly triggering damage phenomena. Therefore, reliable brake temperature predictions are essential. Numerical models can thrust the implementation of brake ...