A numerical-experimental approach to evaluate the aerodynamic effects on rail vehicle dynamics

The Dynamics of Vehicles on Roads and on Tracks Supplement to Vehicle System Dynamics 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Federico Cheli, Federico Cheli, Roberto Corradi, Giorgio Diana, G. Tomasini
DOI: 10.1201/9781003760825-72
Cited by: 25

Abstract

This paper describes the methodology proposed to define the aerodynamic loads acting on a rail carbody, for given turbulent wind conditions and to compute the corresponding vehicle’s response. Experimental data of wind tunnel tests, together with numerical simulation results are shown. Finally, the set up numerical model is adopted to estimate critical wind curves.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Aerodynamics and Fluid Dynamics Research Railway Engineering and Dynamics Wind and Air Flow Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
The Dynamics of Vehicles on Roads and on Tracks Supplement to Vehicle System Dynamics
Publisher
CRC Press
Pages
707–716
Publication date
30 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter