Train Brakes Report
Title Page
-------------- Tas Faculty Train Air Braking System
Engineering Studies
By --------
Teacher: ------------
Abstract
The purpose of this report is to explain how air brakes in trains work and why they are there. Throughout this report there is information on the function of the Air Brake, the history and development of the brake, The component materials used in the brake, the environmental considerations of the brake, its safety features and social implications. The Air Brake was invented in 1869 by a man named George Westinghouse. It was originally designed for trains but Westinghouse then went on to develop the brake for trucks and some cars. The air brake is designed to be used as a failsafe in case the primary brakes fail, however it can also be used in extreme conditions to control the vehicle e.g. very steep hills. The air brake is a relatively simple yet effective system which is still in use to this day.
Acknowledgements
The author would like to acknowledge the assistance of his teacher ------------for his assistance in the preparation of this report. The author would also like to acknowledge Dr. Bob Wheway for his excellent guide to writing an engineering report.
Table of Contents
Title Page I
Abstract I
Acknowledgements II
List of Figures - 1 -
Introduction - 2 -
Main Sections - 3 - Historical Development - 3 - Innovation Function - 3 - Component Materials - 5 - Environmental Considerations - 6 - Social Implications - 7 - Future Considerations - 7 - Safety Considerations - 8 -
Conclusion - 9 -
References - 9 -
List of Figures
Figure 1 – A modern day air brake exploded diagram. Page 4
Figure 2 – a triple valve system invented by George Westinghouse. Page 5
Introduction
This report focuses on How Train Air Brakes work, the materials they are made from and the history of Air Brakes in Trains
Train Air Brakes basically work on the principal of air pressure. The train driver pulls a lever
-------------- Tas Faculty Train Air Braking System
Engineering Studies
By --------
Teacher: ------------
Abstract
The purpose of this report is to explain how air brakes in trains work and why they are there. Throughout this report there is information on the function of the Air Brake, the history and development of the brake, The component materials used in the brake, the environmental considerations of the brake, its safety features and social implications. The Air Brake was invented in 1869 by a man named George Westinghouse. It was originally designed for trains but Westinghouse then went on to develop the brake for trucks and some cars. The air brake is designed to be used as a failsafe in case the primary brakes fail, however it can also be used in extreme conditions to control the vehicle e.g. very steep hills. The air brake is a relatively simple yet effective system which is still in use to this day.
Acknowledgements
The author would like to acknowledge the assistance of his teacher ------------for his assistance in the preparation of this report. The author would also like to acknowledge Dr. Bob Wheway for his excellent guide to writing an engineering report.
Table of Contents
Title Page I
Abstract I
Acknowledgements II
List of Figures - 1 -
Introduction - 2 -
Main Sections - 3 - Historical Development - 3 - Innovation Function - 3 - Component Materials - 5 - Environmental Considerations - 6 - Social Implications - 7 - Future Considerations - 7 - Safety Considerations - 8 -
Conclusion - 9 -
References - 9 -
List of Figures
Figure 1 – A modern day air brake exploded diagram. Page 4
Figure 2 – a triple valve system invented by George Westinghouse. Page 5
Introduction
This report focuses on How Train Air Brakes work, the materials they are made from and the history of Air Brakes in Trains
Train Air Brakes basically work on the principal of air pressure. The train driver pulls a lever
References: 1. http://auto.howstuffworks.com/auto-parts/brakes/brake-types/air-brake1.htm 2. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Railway_air_brake 3. http://www.alibaba.com/showroom/train-brake-pad.html 4. http://www.brakecylinder.com/BrakeFAQ.htm 5. http://www.railway-technical.com/air-brakes.shtml 6. http://www.sciencephoto.com 7. http://www.sdrm.org/faqs/brakes.html