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Failure Analysis and Prevention
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Failure Analysis and Prevention
Edited by
William T. Becker
William T. Becker
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Roch J. Shipley
Roch J. Shipley
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ASM International
Volume
11
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.hb.v11.9781627081801
ISBN electronic:
978-1-62708-180-1
Publication date:
2002
Book Chapter

Failures of Locomotive Axles[1]

By
George F. Vander Voort
George F. Vander Voort
Carpenter Technology Corporation
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Doi:
https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.hb.v11.a0001822
  • Published:
    2002
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Abstract

This article provides a background of friction-bearing failures due to overheating. The failures of locomotive axles caused by overheated traction-motor support bearings are discussed. The article also describes liquid-metal embrittlement (LME) in steel. It examines the results of various axle studies, with illustrations and concludes with information on the simulation of the LME mechanism.

Topics
Liquid metal embrittlement, Steel, Failure mechanisms and analysis
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George F. Vander Voort, Failures of Locomotive Axles, Failure Analysis and Prevention, Vol 11, Edited By William T. Becker, Roch J. Shipley, ASM International, 2002, https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.hb.v11.a0001822

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