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NOVA Documentary on Rail Safety Features Volpe’s David Tyrell

The new NOVA documentary Why Trains Crash features Volpe’s David Tyrell, a principal technical advisor for train crashworthiness and safety. The documentary, which aired February 22 on PBS, explores recent rail tragedies and technological advances that can help prevent train crashes.

Volpe’s Innovations from the 2016 Joint Rail Conference

From eliminating broken rails and combating punctured tank cars, to making stronger interfaces between rail ties and ballast, Volpe engineers support the Federal Railroad Administration in making passenger and freight rail travel safer.

Volpe Rail Research Highlighted in TR News

When the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) was asked to lead the development of a special TR News publication on railroads and research, nine Volpe rail experts contributed to the articles that highlighted how FRA-sponsored research is improving safety on the rails.

Trains Magazine Features Volpe's Crashworthiness Expert

Cited as an expert on crashworthiness, safety standards, and regulations by Trains Magazine, Tyrell offers insights into how Volpe's simulation and crash modeling work informs design, which helps the Federal Railroad Administration set standards and ultimately save lives.