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| Interior components such as seats, wall panelling and windows offer considerable potential for weight reduction. Possible measures include both the procurement of new stock and the refurbishment of old cars. |
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| Technology field: Mass reduction |
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| References / Links: Schlosser et al. 1996; Schuon 1998; Euro Transport Consult 1997; Brunner et al. 2000 |
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| Related projects: The purchase of the new Copenhagen S-trains; Savings on Coaches, Type Bpm |
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 date created: 2002-10-09 |
| © UIC - International Union of Railways 2003 |
