IEVref:
811-07-02
ID:
Language:
en
Status:
Obsolete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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the limiting ratio of the tangential and normal forces at the point of contact between wheel and rail