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Forecasting Inter-regional Freight Transport from Regional Development
Describes a forecasting and scenario-testing model for freight flows between regions of Australia (by 16 commodities, by all modes).
Validation of Dynamic Load Models: Technical Documentation
This technical document presents the validation/calibration of the dynamic load response models and provides detailed comparisons between the predicted dynamic responses from the models (linear and non-linear) with the measured wheel force data that…
Development of an Austroads Heavy Vehicle Nomenclature System - Discussion Paper
A review of the existing descriptions, common terminology, vehicle classification schemes and designation notation used throughout the world was conducted, and areas of potential confusion were identified. A nomenclature system was developed that…
Special Purpose Vehicles
The Special Purpose Vehicles report proposes a framework for assessing registration conditions for large special purpose vehicles with rubber tyres that wish to travel on public roads, eg plant and cranes. The framework aims to manage the risk…
Oversized Containers
Some shipping lines are introducing oversized containers, (containers exceeding International Standards Organisation dimensions) though at present they are limited to specific trades and are not used extensively by companies servicing Australia. In…
Review of Noise Generated by Heavy Vehicle Exhaust/Engine Brake
This Austroads report gives details on the noise levels and changes in frequencies generated by the operation of engine brakes. The report proposes development of a test for noise monitoring (stationary or moving vehicle) as an Australian Design…