A rail tie plate distribution system is disclosed. The system includes a hopper for holding a quantity of tie plates. A plurality of stations are provided and are configured to arrange the tie plates into an orientation for placement on railroad ties. A distributor is provided for depositing the tie plates on railroad ties as the system advances along a track.
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Computer software development in the field of freight transportation by truck, rail, air and ocean; providing temporary use of online non-downloadable computer software to automate data warehousing
Systems and methods for systems and methods for automatically managing updates to traffic control devices that are determined to not impact traffic flows during the update process are described. A system embodiment includes, but is not limited to, a processor; a vehicle data source; a traffic control device monitor; a traffic control device location source; an update distribution system; at least one traffic control device communicatively coupled with the update distribution system; and a device notification system, wherein the processor is configured to analyze data received from at least one of the vehicle data source, the traffic control device monitor, and the traffic control device location source and determine whether the at least one traffic control device can switch to an updated traffic control device component from the update distribution system without impacting traffic flow of vehicles past the least one traffic control device.
Systems and methods for train consist management are provided. In an aspect, a method includes, but is not limited to, designing a train consist; analyzing the train consist with a physics-based dynamic force model to determine whether the train consist would experience at least one of in-train force imbalances or lateral force imbalances indicative of at least one of a component malfunction or a derailment scenario for a proposed train route; and validating the train consist when it is determined that the train consist would not experience in-train force imbalances indicative of at least one of a component malfunction or a derailment scenario for the proposed train route.
Systems and methods for train consist management are provided. In an aspect, a method includes, but is not limited to, designing a train consist; analyzing the train consist with a physics-based dynamic force model to determine whether the train consist would experience at least one of in-train force imbalances or lateral force imbalances indicative of at least one of a component malfunction or a derailment scenario for a proposed train route; and validating the train consist when it is determined that the train consist would not experience in-train force imbalances indicative of at least one of a component malfunction or a derailment scenario for the proposed train route.
Systems and methods for train consist management are provided. In an aspect, a method includes, but is not limited to, designing a train consist; analyzing the train consist with a physics-based dynamic force model to determine whether the train consist would experience at least one of in-train force imbalances or lateral force imbalances indicative of at least one of a component malfunction or a derailment scenario for a proposed train route; and validating the train consist when it is determined that the train consist would not experience in-train force imbalances indicative of at least one of a component malfunction or a derailment scenario for the proposed train route.
Systems and methods for automatically offloading railroad ties from a railroad car are described. A system embodiment includes, but is not limited to, a support platform including a support surface to support railroad ties in a vertical stack configuration; a support structure to hold the railroad ties stacked in the vertical stack configuration in a magazine during transit, the support structure defining a gap; a gate transitionable between a closed configuration and an open configuration, wherein the closed configuration blocks at least a portion of the gap, and wherein the open configuration permits passage of the railroad ties through the gap; and a lift structure including at least one member transitionable between a lowered configuration and a raised configuration, wherein the raised configuration positions the member above the support surface to raise an end of the railroad ties to offload the vertical stack.
E01B 29/06 - Transporting, laying, removing, or renewing sleepers
E01B 3/20 - Sleeper construction for special purposes, e.g. with openings for ballast working
E01B 3/44 - Transverse or longitudinal sleepersOther means resting directly on the ballastway for supporting rails made from other materials only if the material is essential
E01B 3/48 - Distance keepers or tie-rods for sleepers
E01B 29/10 - Transporting, laying, removing, or renewing sleepers under, or from under, installed rails for inserting or removing sleepers
A rail tie plate distribution system is disclosed. The system includes a hopper for holding a quantity of tie plates. A plurality of stations are provided and are configured to arrange the tie plates into an orientation for placement on railroad ties. A distributor is provided for depositing the tie plates on railroad ties as the system advances along a track.
39 - Transport, packaging, storage and travel services
Goods & Services
Freight logistics management, namely, management of a domestic freight reloading program Transportation services as common carrier by rail, namely, transport of goods and passengers by rail
13.
Wayside railway sensor package and method for application
A wayside railway sensor package is provided to detect railway wheels for the purposes of assessing the speed and direction of a train in order to align any measured characteristic on said moving train with the proper vehicle. The stand-alone package is easily installed in the web of the rail using standard tools. When used in combination with recent processing techniques, the package can be used to replace one or more components or subsystems on all common wayside detectors while also providing enhanced capabilities and improved reliability. The package also contains sensors that provide data used for assessing additional rail, wheel, and vehicle conditions directly.
A rail tie plate distribution system is disclosed. The system includes a hopper for holding a quantity of tie plates. A plurality of stations are provided and are configured to arrange the tie plates into an orientation for placement on railroad ties. A distributor is provided for depositing the tie plates on railroad ties as the system advances along a track.
Embodiments of the disclosure can relate to a ceiling mounted air distribution system for a railcar. According to one embodiment of the disclosure, a ceiling-mounted air distribution plenum may include: a diffuser configured to transmit air to at least one first air channel, the at least one first air channel having a first end configured to couple to the diffuser, a second end distal from the first end; at least one second air channel disposed proximate to and longitudinally with the at least one first air channel, the at least one second air channel having a first end configured to couple to the diffuser, a second end distal from the first end, and at least one air distribution hole, and at least one channel divider disposed to separate the at least one first air channel and the at least one second air channel.
39 - Transport, packaging, storage and travel services
Goods & Services
transporting fruits, vegetables, and other temperature-sensitive cargo across the United States; providing refrigerated storage for temperature-sensitive food and beverages
Herein described are at least an elongated flooring unit and a floor. In one embodiment, an elongated flooring unit includes a left web, a right web, a top flange, and a bottom flange, in which the top flange is positioned parallel to the bottom flange. The left and right webs, and the top and bottom flanges, enclose an air space configured for use as an air duct. In one embodiment, a floor includes a plurality of alternating enclosed air ducts and open air ducts formed by interconnecting a plurality of flooring units, in which each enclosed air duct of the enclosed air ducts is formed by two webs and two flanges of each flooring unit of the plurality of flooring units, and in which the two flanges include a bottom flange and a top flange.
A device for detecting fuel leaks in a vehicle is provided. The device includes a body configured to be mounted in sealing engagement around a portion of a fuel line in the vehicle; and a collection chamber configured to collect fuel that leaks from the fuel line within the body. The body is configured to direct the fuel leaked from the fuel line to the collection chamber. At least a portion of the body or collection chamber is transparent to enable presence of the fuel leaked from the fuel line to be visually verified. The collection chamber is operatively connected to a drain connector.
Herein described is at least a system, method, and/or non-transitory computer-readable storage medium for computing locomotive health based on input parameters such as locomotive defect data and locomotive inspection data. Examples of locomotive health attributes for which values may be computed include an overall health attribute, a power level health attribute, a defect severity health attribute, a trail only health attribute, and a health reason attribute. Furthermore, various events may be defined that may trigger computation of the locomotive health attribute values.
G07C 5/08 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time
G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
TR of the one, or a plurality of test train runs. The corrected reference fuel/energy consumption value and the test fuel/energy consumption value are then compared to determine the effect of modifying the operating parameter on the fuel/energy consumption during the one test run, or a plurality of test train runs.
B61L 3/00 - Devices along the route for controlling devices on the vehicle or train, e.g. to release brake or to operate a warning signal
B61C 15/14 - Maintaining or augmenting the starting or braking power by auxiliary devices and measuresPreventing wheel slippageControlling distribution of tractive effort between driving wheels controlling distribution of tractive effort between driving wheels
B61D 17/02 - Construction details of vehicle bodies reducing air resistance by modifying contour
B61L 3/02 - Devices along the route for controlling devices on the vehicle or train, e.g. to release brake or to operate a warning signal at selected places along the route, e.g. intermittent control
B61L 15/00 - Indicators provided on the vehicle or train for signalling purposes
A method to determine fuel consumption, energy consumption, or both fuel consumption and energy consumption, during one test train run, or a plurality of test train runs, that is associated with modifying an operating parameter is provided. The method includes determining a reference fuel/energy consumption, and a cumulative ITE for one, or a plurality of reference train runs (CITE RR) over a portion of track, and correcting the reference fuel/energy consumption using the CITE RR of the one, or a plurality of reference train runs, to produce a corrected reference fuel/energy consumption value. The operating parameter is modified, and a modified fuel/energy consumption and cumulative ITE for the one, or a plurality of test train runs (CITE TR), over the portion of track is determined, and a corrected test fuel/energy consumption value is obtained by correcting the modified fuel/energy consumption using the CITE TR of the one, or a plurality of test train runs. The corrected reference fuel/energy consumption value and the test fuel/energy consumption value are then compared to determine the effect of modifying the operating parameter on the fuel/energy consumption during the one test run, or a plurality of test train runs.
B60W 40/00 - Estimation or calculation of driving parameters for road vehicle drive control systems not related to the control of a particular sub-unit
B61C 17/00 - Arrangement or disposition of partsDetails or accessories not otherwise provided forUse of control gear and control systems
26.
Maintenance of a minimum voltage to equipment in rail vehicle
Herein described is at least a system for generating one or more control signals based on a voltage provided by an energy storage device. Based on the one or more control signals, the system may selectively enable flow of current through one of: a) a first circuitry when the voltage is equal to or greater than a threshold value, and b) a second circuitry when the voltage is less than the threshold value, wherein the flow of the current through the second circuitry upconverts the voltage associated with the current from a first value to a second value.
B60L 1/00 - Supplying electric power to auxiliary equipment of electrically-propelled vehicles
B60L 3/00 - Electric devices on electrically-propelled vehicles for safety purposesMonitoring operating variables, e.g. speed, deceleration or energy consumption
H02G 3/00 - Installations of electric cables or lines or protective tubing therefor in or on buildings, equivalent structures or vehicles
B60R 16/03 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems
A distributed power (DP) control system is contained within a non-freight carrying intermodal container for communicating with and receive instructions and/or commands from a command system of a lead distributed power locomotive within a train. The container is configured to be provided on a car adjacent to a remote non-distributed powered (non-DP) locomotive provided within a length of the train. One or more connection hoses connect the distributed power control system within the container to the non-DP locomotive to control application of at least its brake system.
39 - Transport, packaging, storage and travel services
Goods & Services
[ Telecommunications services, namely, broadband voice and data transmission services for use in transportation logistics and general communications applications, electronic data interchange services; and electronic transmission of data and documents via telecommunications and fiber optic networks ] Freight and passenger transportation by train and rail; train excursion services for business and pleasure; and railroad transportation of passengers and goods
A lifting device is configured to support a bridge cap when lifting the cap onto columns under a bridge deck. The lifting device includes an upper bracket arm configured to extend over an upper surface of the deck, and a lower bracket arm configured to extend under a bottom surface of the deck, and to selectively engage the cap. A side bracket portion connects the lower and upper arms, and is configured to transmit a force associated with a weight of the cap to the upper arm. The upper and lower arms and the side bracket portion are configured to define an open space extending from free ends of the upper and lower arms to the side bracket portion. The space is configured to receive the deck when the lifting device is supporting the cap as the cap is being lifted onto the columns.
Data representative of a train consist (the train consist comprising a plurality of locomotives and a plurality of cars) and data representative of a route for the train consist can be processed by a processor to automatically determine which locomotives in the train consist should be powered on and which locomotives in the train consist should be shut down for each segment of the route. The processor can make these determinations based on an analysis of the train consist data and the route data with respect to a plurality of considerations that affect train efficiency. Recommendations for locomotive startups and shutdowns in accordance with such automated determinations can then be presented to the train crew for the crew to use during train operations. It is believed that when train crews are in compliance with such recommendations, significant improvements in efficiency, particularly with respect to fuel consumption, can be achieved.
G06F 7/06 - Arrangements for sorting, selecting, merging, or comparing data on individual record carriers
B60L 3/00 - Electric devices on electrically-propelled vehicles for safety purposesMonitoring operating variables, e.g. speed, deceleration or energy consumption
B61C 17/12 - Control gearArrangements for controlling locomotives from remote points in the train or when operating in multiple units
B61L 3/12 - Devices along the route for controlling devices on the vehicle or train, e.g. to release brake or to operate a warning signal at selected places along the route, e.g. intermittent control controlling electrically using magnetic or electrostatic inductionDevices along the route for controlling devices on the vehicle or train, e.g. to release brake or to operate a warning signal at selected places along the route, e.g. intermittent control controlling electrically using radio waves
B61L 15/00 - Indicators provided on the vehicle or train for signalling purposes
B61L 3/00 - Devices along the route for controlling devices on the vehicle or train, e.g. to release brake or to operate a warning signal
B61L 3/14 - Devices along the route for controlling devices on the vehicle or train, e.g. to release brake or to operate a warning signal at selected places along the route, e.g. intermittent control to cut-off the power supply to traction motors of electrically-propelled vehicles
A lifting device is configured to support a bridge cap when lifting the cap onto columns under a bridge deck. The lifting device includes an upper bracket arm configured to extend over an upper surface of the deck, and a lower bracket arm configured to extend under a bottom surface of the deck, and to selectively engage the cap at opposite ends of the cap. A side bracket portion connects the lower and upper arms, and is configured to transmit a force associated with a weight of the cap to the upper arm. The upper and lower arms and the side bracket portion are configured to define an open space extending from free ends of the upper and lower arms to the side bracket portion. The space is configured to receive the deck when the lifting device is supporting the cap as the cap is being lifted onto the columns.
Disclosed is a system and method for decreasing airflow and improving ventilation within a tunnel, such as a railroad tunnel, including a path for movement of a vehicle (e.g., train) therethrough. The system has a plurality of air baffles mounted within the tunnel, each device comprising a body and a mounting device. Each mounting device positions each body inside and along the length of the tunnel between the entrance and the exit. The air baffles are configured to restrict airflow at least in part in a longitudinal direction of the tunnel, thereby increasing a relative difference between a vehicle speed and air speed in a tunnel annulus when the vehicle passes through the tunnel. The restriction (e.g., decrease) of airflow in the tunnel reduces the piston effect resulting from the vehicle or train passing through, thus reducing emissions and heat generated by the locomotives in the tunnel.
Disclosed are internal lock mechanisms for doors of intermodal containers. The lock mechanisms (42, 82) include a lock member (58, 96) that moves between a locked position engaging a door (22, 84) to lock the door in the closed position and an unlocked position disengaged from the door to permit the door to move from the closed position to the open position. At least a portion of the lock mechanism is provided within or adjacent to the sill (17a, 77a). In one instance, the lock member (58) is biased toward the locked position, and a contact portion (61) on a bottom of the container is contacted to unlock it. The lock mechanism (42) may be accessed via connection openings (20) in a corner fitting (18), for example. In another instance, hooks (96) and hook receiving members (88) are provided within an interior (83) of the container, and rotated along a rotatable shaft (90) between the two positions.
Disclosed is an aerodynamic pseudocontainer for a train. The pseudocontainer is configured to be stacked atop an intermodal container so that its aerodynamic configuration reduces drag when the train is in motion, thereby reducing fuel costs and emissions. The pseudocontainer may have connectors on its bottom so that when it is placed on top of the intermodal container, locking devices may be used for attachment. Also, a top portion and a support frame of the pseudocontainer include fittings with receiving openings configured to receive parts of a positioning device (e.g., a crane) to stack and align the body atop intermodal container. The fittings may be formed in accordance with ISO standards.
14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
26 - Small items for dressmaking; artifical flowers; false hair
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
39 - Transport, packaging, storage and travel services
Goods & Services
[ Ornamental pins ] [ Drinking glasses and mugs ] [ Clothing, namely, T-shirts, golf shirts, denim shirts, and hats ] [ Belt buckles not of precious metal ] [ Toy balls and playing cards ] Freight transportation by rail
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
Goods & Services
Series of non-fiction books relating to history and
transportation, children's activity books, coloring books,
magazines relating to travel, history and transportation,
mounted and unmounted photographs, posters, postcards,
greeting cards, playing cards, memorandum boards,
calendars, pens, pencils, checkbook covers, wrapping paper,
personal organizers, daily planners, appointment books,
book covers, drawing rulers, note books, binders, folders. Cups, mugs, plates, lunch boxes, figures, figurines,
ornaments, sculptures and statuettes of porcelain, terra
cotta and glass. T-shirts, tennis shirts, ties, training suits, vests, wind
resistant jackets, jackets, coats, baseball caps,
bandannas, caps, gloves, golf shirts, hats, jackets,
neckties, parkas, scarves, sweat shirts. Board games, toy model train sets, toy vehicles, jigsaw
puzzles, cribbage boards, toy model hobby craft kits, radio
controlled toy vehicles, Christmas tree ornaments, golf
accessory pouches, golf bag tags, golf ball markers, golf
club covers and golf tees.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
11 - Environmental control apparatus
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
18 - Leather and imitations of leather
20 - Furniture and decorative products
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
22 - Rope, netting, tents, awnings, sails and sacks; padding and stuffing materials
24 - Textiles and textile goods
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
26 - Small items for dressmaking; artifical flowers; false hair
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
Goods & Services
Hand tools, namely, wrenches; hand tools, namely, socket sets; hand tools, namely, socket and screwdriver sets; hand tools, namely, sets of screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches and tape measures; multi-function hand tools comprised of screwdrivers, knives, pliers, files and can openers; multi function hand tools comprised of scissors, files and knives; pocket knives; hunting knives; hand tools, namely, automotive ice scrapers; travel kits consisting of scissors and manicure implements, namely, nail files and nail clippers Video tapes featuring railroad related topics; personal radios; disposable cameras; personal CD players; laser pointers; decorative magnets; computer peripheral mouse pads; personal security alarms; modem cables; telephone cables; thermometers not for medical use; eyeglass security chains; tape measures; tire pressure gauges; leather and leather-like CD cases Electric indoor grills; flashlights; electric lanterns; oil lanterns; and lamps [ License plate holders ] Desk clocks; wall clocks; and medallions of precious metals Paperweights; leather and leather-like photo albums; leather and leather-like checkbook covers; leather and leather-like stationary-type portfolios; leather and leather-like travel document holders; cardboard coasters, desktop business card holders; stickers; and maps Luggage; leather and leather-like briefcases; hanging luggage bags; suitcases; gym bags; backpacks; saddles; umbrellas; leather and leather-like wallets; leather and leather-like clutch purse; travel kits sold empty; leather and leather-like briefcase-type portfolios; leather and leather-like business card cases; leather and leather-like key-chains; leather and leather-like luggage tags; children's backpacks; Fanny packs Picture frames; clip holders for badges; non-electric fans for personal use; hand held paper fans Wind chimes; leather and leather-like coasters; barware of crystal and glass, namely, drinking glasses; plastic water bottles sold empty; candy dishes of crystal or glass; thermal insulated containers for beverages; thermal insulated wraps for cans and bottles; kitchen utensils, namely, ice cream scoops; cutting boards of wood and plastic; barbecue tool sets of fork, spatula and tongs; and insulated lunch bags Lanyards for holding badges Bed blankets; afghans; cloth flags; beach towels; and plastic place mats Leather and leather-like jackets; children's rompers; children's overalls; T-shirts; sweaters; earmuffs; and visors Cloth patches for clothing Scale model trains, battery operated toy trains, wind-up toy trains, soft sculpture plush toys, bean-bag toys, wooden toy trains, yo-yos, dominoes, golf clubs, sport balls, snow globes, sporting goods, namely, toss discs, children's wire construction activity toys, bubble making toys, musical toys and toy whistles
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THE TEXAS PACIFIC RAILWAY T AND P TEXARKANA SHREVEPORT EL PASO NEW ORLEANS
14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
24 - Textiles and textile goods
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
Goods & Services
Desk clocks; watches; ornamental pins; belt buckles of precious metal for clothing; medallions of precious metal Stickers; posters; calendars; pens Mugs; plates; lunch boxes; thermal insulated containers for beverages; coasters not of paper and not being table linen [ golf towels ] T-shirts; golf shirts; clothing caps; parkas; shirts; jackets; vests toy model train sets and golf accessories, namely, divot repair tools
14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
Goods & Services
Ornamental pins, watches, and rings being jewelry Post cards and stickers Mugs; cups; coasters not of paper and not being table linen Sport balls; playing cards and toy model train sets
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments
18 - Leather and imitations of leather
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
Goods & Services
[ directional compasses ] belt buckles of precious metal for clothing, ornamental pins, rings being jewelry, medallions of precious metals [ backpacks and briefcases ] mugs, non-metal decorative boxes, and barware of crystal and glass, coasters not made of paper and not being linen clothing caps, shirts, jackets, t-shirts [ golf accessories, namely, ball markers ]
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments
16 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials
21 - HouseHold or kitchen utensils, containers and materials; glassware; porcelain; earthenware
25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
36 - Financial, insurance and real estate services
Goods & Services
tape measures, binoculars, calculators, thermometers not for medical use alarm clocks, watches, belt buckles of precious metals, key chains of precious metals, money clips of precious metals, ornamental pins, model cars of precious metals series of non-fiction books relating to history and transportation, children's activity books, coloring books, magazines relating to travel, history and transportation, mounted and unmounted photographs, posters, postcards, greeting cards, playing cards, memorandum boards, calendars, pens, pencils,checkbook covers, wrapping paper, personal organizers, daily planners, appointment books, book covers, drawing rulers, note books, binders, folders cups, mugs, plates, lunch boxes, figures, figurines, ornaments, sculptures and statuettes of porcelain, terra cotta and glass T-shirts, tennis shirts, ties, training suits, vests, wind resistant jackets, jackets, coats, baseball caps, bandannas, caps, gloves, golf shirts, hats, jackets,neckties, parkas, scarves, sweat shirts board games, toy model train sets, toy vehicles, jigsaw puzzles, cribbage boards, toy model hobby craft kits, radio controlled toy vehicles, Christmas tree ornaments, golf accessory pouches, golf bag tags, golf ball markers, golf club covers and golf tees credit card services
