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Language:enStatus: Obsolete
Term: factor of adhesion
Synonym1: coefficient of adhesion (deprecated)
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Definition: the limiting ratio of the tangential and normal forces at the point of contact between wheel and rail

NOTE – The values of this factor are different for traction and braking.


Publication date:1991-09
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