03-22-2013, 11:09 AM
There's some info HERE on tie-downs for centerbeams, but the method shown, while it looks good, appears to be permanent. Even modelling an empty car looks like a major project.
For the bulkhead flat, here's some prototype data on load-securing practices for these cars, from an accident investigation. You'll need to scroll down the page a bit for the pertinent section.
If you really want to get into this (and I suspect you may
) here's a PDF on the AAR's OPEN TOP LOADING RULES MANUAL.
Wayne
For the bulkhead flat, here's some prototype data on load-securing practices for these cars, from an accident investigation. You'll need to scroll down the page a bit for the pertinent section.
If you really want to get into this (and I suspect you may
) here's a PDF on the AAR's OPEN TOP LOADING RULES MANUAL.Wayne