Linkage Projects - Grant ID: LP160101254

Funding Activity

Website
http://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/Web/Grant/Grant/LP160101254

Funding Status
Closed

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Funded Activity Summary

Understanding mud pumping in heavy haul railroads. This project aims to examine the factors that cause mud pumping and evaluate the effectiveness of sub-surface drainage to prevent rail track instability. Fast heavy haul operations (such as loads used in mining and agriculture) impart repeated loads on the natural formation that can result in mud pumping. If the build-up of water pressure becomes excessive this can cause track failure. Through an experimental program and field study, the mechanisms of mud pumping, incorporating train loads and frequencies, will be studied, and the role of vertically installed drains will be quantified for improved practical design. The project aims to contribute to improved track longevity and reduced maintenance costs, with a corresponding boost in rail productivity.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 14-08-2017

End Date: 31-07-2022

Funding Scheme: Linkage Projects

Funding Amount: $675,000.00

Funder: Australian Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Civil Engineering | Civil Geotechnical Engineering |

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

Rail Infrastructure and Networks | Civil Construction Design

Other Keywords

Civil Construction Design | Civil Engineering | Civil Geotechnical Engineering | Rail Infrastructure and Networks

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