A demanding route creates demanding forces. The Oslo–Bergen railway is a 450km steep , curvy, and constantly changing in geometry. For Norske tog’s aging Type 7 coaches, this meant:
• High longitudinal forces
• Heavy buffer loads in curves
• High loads causing issues
Norske tog wanted to consider an alternative to the existing Combigard friction-spring side buffers, but physical testing alone couldn’t evaluate alternative solutions efficiently, this is where DigitalTrains™ stepped in.
DigitalTrains™ gave a powerful, evidence-based understanding of effect of the Bergen Line on trains. By combining accurate survey-driven simulation with real-world validation, Norske tog could confidently evaluate lower-force side buffers and reduce the fatigue loads affecting their fleet.
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