Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) composite material, reducing the weight of the high-speed train running gear frame by 50%. The reduction in train tare weight improves the train’s energy consumption, which in turn increases passenger capacity, among other benefits.
Running gear racks, also known as rods, are the second largest structural component of high-speed trains and have stringent structural resistance requirements. Traditional running gears are welded from steel plates and are prone to fatigue due to their geometry and welding process. The material meets fire-smoke-toxicity (FST) standards due to hand laying of the CFRP prepreg. Weight reduction is another clear benefit of using CFRP materials.
Post time: May-12-2022
