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12 - Aeronautical, Mechanical, Chemical and Manufacturing Engineering
University of Sheffield : A - Mechanical engineering and Advanced manufacturing
Rail rolling contact fatigue dependence on friction, predicted using fracture mechanics with a three-dimensional boundary element model
This EPSRC funded PhD research is innovative in linking 3D models with faster 2D models, producing output which is comprehensive but fast enough to apply. International recognition of this research is demonstrated from its use by the Korean Rail Research Institute (R/127618) to develop a model for the Korean network, and an invitation to speak at the Japanese Rail Technical Research Institute (Tokyo 16th June 2009). In the UK the outputs are embedded in training on track design and asset management by Network Rail for engineers using their Track Ex vehicle-track interaction models (contact: Senior Vehicle Track Dynamics Engineer).
