Advanced Rail Geotechnology – Ballasted Track.

Abstract

Rail track network forms an essential part of the transportation system of a country and plays a vital role in its economy. It is responsible for transporting freight and bulk commodities between major cities, ports and numerous mineral and agricultural industries, apart from carrying passengers in busy urban networks. In recent years, the continual competition with road, air and water transport in terms of speed, carrying capacity and cost have substantially increased the frequency and axle load of the trains with faster operational speeds.