Train Aerodynamics, Baker, Chris

The subject of train aerodynamics has evolved slowly over the last few decades from its beginnings in the 1960s as train speeds gradually increased to levels where a range of aerodynamic effects became important. In the last decade there has been an explosion of interest as a wide range of new train types and high-speed lines have come into operation, and there is a growing activity in this field in North America and East Asia.

With the collaboration of experts from the Birmingham Centre for Railway Research and Education, Train Aerodynamics: Fundamentals and Applications is the first reference to provide a comprehensive overview of train aerodynamics with full scale data results. With the most up-to-date information of the recent advances and possibilities of improvement of railway facilities, this book will benefit railway engineers, train operators, train manufacturers, infrastructure managers, and researchers of train aerodynamics.

• Examines the fundamentals and the state-of-the-art of train aerodynamics, beginning with experimental, numerical and analytical tools, and then thoroughly discussing the specific approaches in other sections
• Features the latest developments and progress in computational aerodynamics and experimental facilities, and how can they model better complex situations and contribute to improve the design of trains and installations
• Addresses problems related to train aerodynamics, from the dimensioning of railway structures and trains, to risk analysis related to safety issues, and maintenance
• Discusses basic flow patterns caused by bridges and embankments