Syeda Anam Hashmi, a Doctoral Researcher in the School of Engineering at the University of Birmingham, discusses how windbreak/acoustic barriers for railway lines can provide passenger safety and comfort. We can already see, as outlined in David Soper’s blog, why aerodynamics is important. High-speed passenger trains are associated with a number of challenges where large … Continue reading “How to survive train rides in crosswinds?”
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Not feeling the pressure with aerodynamic research at BCRRE!
Here at BCRRE one of our best-established themes of research is in aerodynamics. Aerodynamic research is led by Dr David Soper, Lecturer in Vehicle Aerodynamics, and is one of the topics within the Decarbonisation theme. Why is aerodynamics important? The movement of a train creates a complex aerodynamic flow field around the vehicle. The force … Continue reading “Not feeling the pressure with aerodynamic research at BCRRE!”