Carbon fibre reinforced polymer high speed train running gear frame on test [Railway Gazette]
Date: 27/04/2022
Spain: Talgo is developing a carbon fibre reinforced polymer composite version of its characteristic 'rodal' running gear frames. The company expects this will offer a 50% reduction in weight compared to using welded steel plates, with an associated cut in energy consumption and track wear as well as simplified assembly ... [Full article requires registration. -RS]
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