curve resistance

[′kərv ri′zis·təns]

(mechanics)

The force opposing the motion of a railway train along a track due to track curvature.

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In order to simulate the rolling and the curve resistance a force element acting between the wagon and track has been created.

Evaluation of the impact on track of different locomotive running gear architectures

The principle of direct contra bending manipulation technique is the fact that we need higher energy or force to withstand resistance or the curve load in order to realign the bent spinal curve which can be obtained by two methods, namely, to decrease the curve resistance force or to increase the force to straighten the curve.

Optimization Correction Strength Using Contra Bending Technique without Anterior Release Procedure to Achieve Maximum Correction on Severe Adult Idiopathic Scoliosis

[W.sub.j] includes grade resistance ([W.sub.j]), curve resistance ([W.sub.r]), and tunnel resistance ([W.sub.s]).

Optimization of high-speed train control strategy for traction energy saving using an improved genetic algorithm