Maximum Load on Rail Seat Formula

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Seat Load refers to the maximum allowable load on a rail seat. Check FAQs
Lmax=WLSzI
Lmax - Seat Load?WL - Wheel Load?S - Sleeper Spacing?z - Section Modulus?I - Characteristic Length of Rail?

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499.905Edit=43.47Edit2.3Edit0.0125Edit16Edit
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Maximum Load on Rail Seat Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Maximum Load on Rail Seat?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Lmax=WLSzI
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Lmax=43.47kN2.3m0.012516m
Next Step Convert Units
Lmax=43470N2.3m0.012516m
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Lmax=434702.30.012516
Next Step Evaluate
Lmax=499905N
LAST Step Convert to Output's Unit
Lmax=499.905kN

Maximum Load on Rail Seat Formula Elements

Variables
Seat Load
Seat Load refers to the maximum allowable load on a rail seat.
Symbol: Lmax
Measurement: ForceUnit: kN
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Wheel Load
Wheel load is the part of the load of a vehicle that is carried by a single wheel and transmitted by it to the road surface.
Symbol: WL
Measurement: ForceUnit: kN
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Sleeper Spacing
Sleeper Spacing refers to the space between the sleepers on rail.
Symbol: S
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Section Modulus
Section Modulus is a geometric property for a given cross-section used in the design of beams or flexural members.
Symbol: z
Measurement: VolumeUnit:
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Characteristic Length of Rail
Characteristic Length of Rail specifies the length of the rail which is defined as ratio of stiffness and track modulus.
Symbol: I
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

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How to Evaluate Maximum Load on Rail Seat?

Maximum Load on Rail Seat evaluator uses Seat Load = Wheel Load*Sleeper Spacing/(Section Modulus*Characteristic Length of Rail) to evaluate the Seat Load, The Maximum Load on Rail Seat is defined as the maximum load on a rail seat. The section modulus is the property of rail section and wheel load is the train wheel load. Seat Load is denoted by Lmax symbol.

How to evaluate Maximum Load on Rail Seat using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Maximum Load on Rail Seat, enter Wheel Load (WL), Sleeper Spacing (S), Section Modulus (z) & Characteristic Length of Rail (I) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Maximum Load on Rail Seat

What is the formula to find Maximum Load on Rail Seat?
The formula of Maximum Load on Rail Seat is expressed as Seat Load = Wheel Load*Sleeper Spacing/(Section Modulus*Characteristic Length of Rail). Here is an example- 0.552 = 43470*2.3/(0.0125*16).
How to calculate Maximum Load on Rail Seat?
With Wheel Load (WL), Sleeper Spacing (S), Section Modulus (z) & Characteristic Length of Rail (I) we can find Maximum Load on Rail Seat using the formula - Seat Load = Wheel Load*Sleeper Spacing/(Section Modulus*Characteristic Length of Rail).
Can the Maximum Load on Rail Seat be negative?
Yes, the Maximum Load on Rail Seat, measured in Force can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Maximum Load on Rail Seat?
Maximum Load on Rail Seat is usually measured using the Kilonewton[kN] for Force. Newton[kN], Exanewton[kN], Meganewton[kN] are the few other units in which Maximum Load on Rail Seat can be measured.
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