Vibration Response Analysis of Overhead System Regarding Train-Track-Bridge Dynamic Interaction

Abstract

Based on the paucity of studies on the analysis of the coupled vibration response of the train-track-overhead System, in this article, finite element software ABAQUS was integrated with multi-body dynamics software, Universal Mechanism (UM), to construct a joint simulation model of the train-track overhead system under a railway line, with the focus on the investigation of the influence of different track irregularity levels, speeds and damping coefficients on the coupled vibration response of the vehicle-track-overhead system. The findings demonstrate that the response of the train body is sensitive to track irregularity, which primarily impacts the safety index of train operation. The results also suggest that the level of track irregularity should be rigorously regulated above AAR5 during construction. The train-track-overhead system functions well and satisfies the overhead system’s design requirements when the train travels through the reinforced line at a speed of no more than 60 km/h. When the train speed is 100 km/h, the vertical acceleration exceeds the limit for the “I” overhead system. There is a possibility of excessive lateral acceleration of the train body and excessive lateral force of the wheel and rail when the train speed is greater than 60 km/h, which endangers the safety of the driver. While it has little effect on the mid-span and vertical displacements, the damping factor of the bridge has a substantial impact on the vertical acceleration and mid-span acceleration of the vertical and horizontal beams. The study’s findings provide useful guidance.