IEVref:
811-07-02
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Language:
en
Status:
Standard
Term:
factor of adhesion
Synonym1:
coefficient of adhesion
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Definition:
limiting ratio of the tangential and normal forces at the point of contact between wheel and rail
Note 1 to entry: The values of the factor of adhesion are different for traction and braking.
Publication
date
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2017-11-17
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Domain5:
limiting ratio of the tangential and normal forces at the point of contact between wheel and rail
Note 1 to entry: The values of the factor of adhesion are different for traction and braking.