Train handling techniques and analysis
First Claim
1. A method of analyzing train handling comprising:
- setting a standard for a run;
collecting train handling data from the run;
determining operating constraints during the run which are not included in the standard;
comparing the train handling data to the standard; and
modifying the comparison for the determined operating constraints.
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Abstract
This is a method of analyzing train handling by setting a standard for the run, collecting train operating or handling data from the run and determining operating constraints during the run which are not included in the standard run. The determination of operating constraints during a run also includes determining differences between the operating constraints during the run of those included in the standard. The train handling data is compared to the standard and the comparison is adjusted for the operating constraints. The adjustment of the comparison includes nullifying any deviation of the handling data from the standard resulting from the operating constraints. A report is created from the standard and the handling data correlating the energy usage for specific categories. These categories include one or more of pneumatic braking, dynamic braking and track topology. The report further includes energy adjustments for the operating constraints determined during the run.
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27 Claims
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1. A method of analyzing train handling comprising:
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setting a standard for a run;
collecting train handling data from the run;
determining operating constraints during the run which are not included in the standard;
comparing the train handling data to the standard; and
modifying the comparison for the determined operating constraints. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15)
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11. A method of creating an energy report of a train run comprising:
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determining the amount of energy of a train run related to each of pneumatic braking, dynamic braking and track topography; and
displaying the results. - View Dependent Claims (12, 16, 17)
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18. A method of analyzing train handling comprising:
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setting a standard for a run;
collecting train handling data from the run;
determining operating constraints during the run which are not included in the standard;
comparing the train handling data to the standard; and
modifying the comparison for the determined operating constraints including nullifying any deviation of the handling data from the standard resulting from the operating constraints.
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19. A method of analyzing train handling comprising:
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setting a standard for a run including determining operating practices which include one or more of speed limits, run-in/run-out force limitations and steady state draft and buff forces;
collecting train handling data from the run;
determining operating constraints during the run which are not included in the standard;
comparing the train handling data to the standard; and
modifying the comparison for the determined operating constraints.
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20. A method of analyzing train handling comprising:
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setting a standard for a run using one or more of the following operating constraints;
standing slow orders, track occupancy permits, spaced restriction zones and general operating bulletins;
collecting train handling data from the run;
determining operating constraints during the run which are not included in the standard;
comparing the train handling data to the standard; and
modifying the comparison for the determined operating constraints.
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21. A method of analyzing train handling comprising:
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setting a standard for a run;
collecting train handling data from the run;
determining operating constraints, including one or more of meet and pass orders, traffic signal designations and order to siding for a stop, during the run which are not included in the standard;
comparing the train handling data to the standard; and
modifying the comparison for the determined operating constraints. - View Dependent Claims (22)
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23. A method of analyzing train handling comprising:
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setting a standard for a run taking advantage of rail topography of the run in the use of braking and propulsion;
collecting train handling data from the run;
determining operating constraints during the run which are not included in the standard;
comparing the train handling data to the standard; and
modifying the comparison for the determined operating constraints. - View Dependent Claims (24)
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25. A method of analyzing train handling comprising:
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setting a standard for a run;
collecting train handling data from the run;
determining operating constraints during the run which are not included in the standard;
comparing the train handling data to the standard;
modifying the comparison for the determined operating constraints; and
creating an energy usage report from the standard and the handling data which correlates the energy usage for specific categories. - View Dependent Claims (26, 27)
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