In search of a quieter, lighter freight bogie

By 2002-09-01T10:00:00

INTRO: With the prospect of the European Union introducing mandatory standards for noise emissions from rail vehicles, researchers in Germany have developed a low-noise freight bogie that could attract lower access charges. The first of two prototypes with cross-anchors and inside frames will begin tests next year

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