Control of Independently Rotating Wheels with MR Dampers

Mei, Tian Xiang; Zaeim, Atousa; Li, Hong

Abstract

This paper studies the control of independently rotating wheels (IRWs) in railway vehicles with the use of magnetorheological dampers. The development of a semi-active strategy for steering/guidance control is presented. A conventional bogie vehicle with IRWs is then used in the study to carry out a comprehensive performance evaluation in comparison with a full active control. The study demonstrates that the proposed semi active control system is effective in providing the wheelsets with the necessary steering on curves and self-centring ability on straight track with irregularities.

• Presentation Conference Type: Conference Paper (published)
• Conference Name: 28th IAVSD Symposium: Dynamics of Vehicles on Roads and Tracks
• Start Date: Aug 20, 2023
• End Date: Aug 25, 2023
• Acceptance Date: Aug 18, 2023
• Online Publication Date: Aug 25, 2023
• Deposit Date: Jun 17, 2025
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed