An Innovative Rail Track System for Heavy Freight Logistics

초록

Long heavy freights are suitable to railway transportation, since freight railway cars are long and strong enough for them. However, railway networks are so restricted that door-to-door transportation can’t be served. Also, conventional tracks aren’t convertible with automobiles. In this study, an innovative rail track system is proposed so that railway service can be extended to transfer heavy weights. Embedded track system has been developed for urban transportation in busy roads. Trams can run on the embedded tracks for urban transportation compatible with roads. This concept can be extended to the freight cars on intercity roads. The proper embedded track system is developed for heavy freight cars compatible with roads. Their characteristics and functions are shown in this presentation, and the expected utilization is discussed so that this track system can be used for efficient transportation of heavy freights.