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What is the primary function of the underframe in a wagon?
What is the primary function of the underframe in a wagon?
Which of the following components is NOT a main member of a conventional BG wagon underframe?
Which of the following components is NOT a main member of a conventional BG wagon underframe?
What role do gusset plates and knees serve in the underframe's construction?
What role do gusset plates and knees serve in the underframe's construction?
How is the load transferred to the bogie frame in bogie wagons?
How is the load transferred to the bogie frame in bogie wagons?
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What determines the permissible wheel base of a bogie wagon?
What determines the permissible wheel base of a bogie wagon?
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Which aspect is critical in designing the underframe to handle buffing loads?
Which aspect is critical in designing the underframe to handle buffing loads?
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In the context of the underframe design, what does the term 'loading per meter' refer to?
In the context of the underframe design, what does the term 'loading per meter' refer to?
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What is primarily used for joining underframe members in modern wagons?
What is primarily used for joining underframe members in modern wagons?
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What feature is added to under-frames during manufacturing to prevent sagging under load?
What feature is added to under-frames during manufacturing to prevent sagging under load?
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Which term describes the strong cross members found in bogie wagons?
Which term describes the strong cross members found in bogie wagons?
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What is the permitted tolerance for the inside length of riveted wagons?
What is the permitted tolerance for the inside length of riveted wagons?
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Which of the following is NOT a permitted tolerance in new wagon construction for inside dimensions?
Which of the following is NOT a permitted tolerance in new wagon construction for inside dimensions?
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What is essential for the under-frame and all its members to ensure quality and safety?
What is essential for the under-frame and all its members to ensure quality and safety?
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What is the maximum permitted difference between the diagonals of the under-frame?
What is the maximum permitted difference between the diagonals of the under-frame?
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What aspect of the under-frame is critical to comply with during manufacturing tolerances?
What aspect of the under-frame is critical to comply with during manufacturing tolerances?
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What was the joining method used in earlier wagons before welding was adopted?
What was the joining method used in earlier wagons before welding was adopted?
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What material is primarily used for sole bars in most bogie wagons?
What material is primarily used for sole bars in most bogie wagons?
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What is a necessary condition for patching a sole bar according to IRCA standards?
What is a necessary condition for patching a sole bar according to IRCA standards?
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What method is used to repair slightly bent sole bars?
What method is used to repair slightly bent sole bars?
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Where does damage to sole bars typically occur?
Where does damage to sole bars typically occur?
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Which of the following statements about patch repairs is correct?
Which of the following statements about patch repairs is correct?
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What is the maximum allowable tolerance for the length of a barrel measured over the centre of the two dished ends?
What is the maximum allowable tolerance for the length of a barrel measured over the centre of the two dished ends?
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Which of the following is NOT a tolerance for the distance between door center line to the center line of door hinge?
Which of the following is NOT a tolerance for the distance between door center line to the center line of door hinge?
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What is the tolerance for the door length?
What is the tolerance for the door length?
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What is the tolerance for the distance between bogie pivot centers when riveted?
What is the tolerance for the distance between bogie pivot centers when riveted?
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How much is the tolerance for the distance between stanchions at the body side?
How much is the tolerance for the distance between stanchions at the body side?
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Which of the following indicates a negative tolerance for coupler height from the bogie top pivot when bogies are provided as free supply items?
Which of the following indicates a negative tolerance for coupler height from the bogie top pivot when bogies are provided as free supply items?
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What is the tolerance for the distance between bogie pivot centre and adjacent headstock?
What is the tolerance for the distance between bogie pivot centre and adjacent headstock?
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What is the tolerance for the door opening, both vertical and horizontal?
What is the tolerance for the door opening, both vertical and horizontal?
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What is the tolerance for door width?
What is the tolerance for door width?
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What tolerance applies to the distance between the bogie pivot centers when welded?
What tolerance applies to the distance between the bogie pivot centers when welded?
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What is the plate thickness of the Cross Bar?
What is the plate thickness of the Cross Bar?
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Which component of the wagon has a specified thickness of 10 mm?
Which component of the wagon has a specified thickness of 10 mm?
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Which type of wagon is associated with the underframe arrangement shown in Fig. 5.4?
Which type of wagon is associated with the underframe arrangement shown in Fig. 5.4?
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What is the main structural feature associated with the underframe of a bogie open wagon?
What is the main structural feature associated with the underframe of a bogie open wagon?
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Which figure represents the underframe of the Bogie Covered Wagon Type 'BCNHL'?
Which figure represents the underframe of the Bogie Covered Wagon Type 'BCNHL'?
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What is the specified length over the bogie centres in the underframe content?
What is the specified length over the bogie centres in the underframe content?
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What is not a part of the underframe components mentioned?
What is not a part of the underframe components mentioned?
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Which figure depicts the arrangement for the Bogie Open Wagon Type 'BOXN'?
Which figure depicts the arrangement for the Bogie Open Wagon Type 'BOXN'?
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What is the primary focus of Chapter 5 in the document?
What is the primary focus of Chapter 5 in the document?
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Which of the following types is NOT mentioned in the underframe content?
Which of the following types is NOT mentioned in the underframe content?
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What contributes to the overall strength and load distribution of the wagon underframe?
What contributes to the overall strength and load distribution of the wagon underframe?
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Which statement accurately reflects the design considerations for an underframe?
Which statement accurately reflects the design considerations for an underframe?
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Which underframe member primarily provides strength against diagonal deflections?
Which underframe member primarily provides strength against diagonal deflections?
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What is the role of the bolster in a conventional underframe design?
What is the role of the bolster in a conventional underframe design?
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How is excessive load on an individual member of the underframe controlled?
How is excessive load on an individual member of the underframe controlled?
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Which of the following components are integral for absorbing and distributing buffing loads?
Which of the following components are integral for absorbing and distributing buffing loads?
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What is the main purpose of using rolled/CRF sections in the construction of underframe members?
What is the main purpose of using rolled/CRF sections in the construction of underframe members?
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What is a required characteristic of patches used for repairing sole bars?
What is a required characteristic of patches used for repairing sole bars?
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What is the preferred method for repairing cracks that extend to the webs of sole bars?
What is the preferred method for repairing cracks that extend to the webs of sole bars?
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In which scenario may only an outer patch be fitted on a sole bar?
In which scenario may only an outer patch be fitted on a sole bar?
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What type of steel is used for sole bars on BOXNCR wagons?
What type of steel is used for sole bars on BOXNCR wagons?
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What material thickness is specified for the outer patch covering a crack?
What material thickness is specified for the outer patch covering a crack?
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What is the tolerance for the length of a barrel measured over the centre of the two dished ends?
What is the tolerance for the length of a barrel measured over the centre of the two dished ends?
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When considering the door length in wagon design, which of the following tolerances is accurate?
When considering the door length in wagon design, which of the following tolerances is accurate?
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What is the permitted tolerance for the distance between the bogie pivot centres in a riveted design?
What is the permitted tolerance for the distance between the bogie pivot centres in a riveted design?
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Which tolerance applies to the coupler height from rail level in the case where the bogies are fabricated by the wagon builder?
Which tolerance applies to the coupler height from rail level in the case where the bogies are fabricated by the wagon builder?
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What is the tolerance for the body side distance between stanchions?
What is the tolerance for the body side distance between stanchions?
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Which of the following tolerances is correct for the vertical or horizontal door opening?
Which of the following tolerances is correct for the vertical or horizontal door opening?
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What tolerance applies to the distance from the door centre line to the centre line of the door hinge?
What tolerance applies to the distance from the door centre line to the centre line of the door hinge?
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What is the tolerance for the distance between the stanchions at the body end?
What is the tolerance for the distance between the stanchions at the body end?
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Which tolerance is stated for the coupler height from the bogie top pivot when bogies are provided as free supply items?
Which tolerance is stated for the coupler height from the bogie top pivot when bogies are provided as free supply items?
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What is the specified thickness of the bolster in the underframe components?
What is the specified thickness of the bolster in the underframe components?
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Which wagon type is illustrated in Fig. 5.5?
Which wagon type is illustrated in Fig. 5.5?
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Which component of the wagon has a specified thickness of 10 mm?
Which component of the wagon has a specified thickness of 10 mm?
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What does Fig. 5.2 show in relation to bogies?
What does Fig. 5.2 show in relation to bogies?
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In which figure is the arrangement for the Bogie Open Wagon Type 'BOXNHL' presented?
In which figure is the arrangement for the Bogie Open Wagon Type 'BOXNHL' presented?
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What is a unique feature of the underframe shown in Fig. 5.4?
What is a unique feature of the underframe shown in Fig. 5.4?
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What is identified as the 'length over heads' in the content?
What is identified as the 'length over heads' in the content?
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Which term refers to the specific distance measured between bogie pivot centers?
Which term refers to the specific distance measured between bogie pivot centers?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a feature of the underframe arrangement in the manual?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a feature of the underframe arrangement in the manual?
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What is the purpose of providing a positive camber in the underframe of a bogie wagon?
What is the purpose of providing a positive camber in the underframe of a bogie wagon?
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What modification was requested by RDSO to address issues observed in BRN wagons?
What modification was requested by RDSO to address issues observed in BRN wagons?
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During periodic overhauls, what is a common requirement for damaged head stock pressings?
During periodic overhauls, what is a common requirement for damaged head stock pressings?
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What action is recommended when cracks develop at the side bearer location on the underframe bolster bottom flange?
What action is recommended when cracks develop at the side bearer location on the underframe bolster bottom flange?
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What is the specification for repairing damaged centre sills on bogie wagons?
What is the specification for repairing damaged centre sills on bogie wagons?
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What is the consequence of not addressing damages to the underframe during periodic overhauls?
What is the consequence of not addressing damages to the underframe during periodic overhauls?
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What should be kept in stock to efficiently handle head stock pressing repairs?
What should be kept in stock to efficiently handle head stock pressing repairs?
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What design aspect of bogie wagons makes them susceptible to cracks at certain locations?
What design aspect of bogie wagons makes them susceptible to cracks at certain locations?
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In case of significant damage, what is the recommended action for the head stock pressings?
In case of significant damage, what is the recommended action for the head stock pressings?
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What is a critical procedure for re-cambering of bogie wagons as per the guidelines?
What is a critical procedure for re-cambering of bogie wagons as per the guidelines?
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Study Notes
General Underframe
- Underframes are the main load-bearing part of wagons, directly impacting overall design and dimensions.
- Loading per meter and track limitations are key design factors.
- Buffing and impact loads also influence underframe strength calculations.
- Pivot arrangements are critical for load transfer to bogie frames in bogie wagons.
BG Wagon Underframe Construction
- Main Members: Includes sole bars, head stocks, longitudinal members, cross bars, bolster, floor, crib angle, end angle, gusset plates, and knees.
- Structure: Typically consists of two outer longitudinal members (sole bars), two head stocks, strengthened by middle longitudinals and cross members.
- Gusset plates and knees: Protect against diagonal deflection, distributing buffing loads.
- Material: Various rolled/CRF sections (channels, Z-sections, hat sections) are used, with welding commonly employed for joining.
- Bogie Wagons: Bolster cross members are stronger in bogie wagons.
- Underframe camber: Underframes are initially cambered to prevent sagging under load.
- Tolerances: Specific tolerances are permitted during construction for inside length, width, height, distances between bogie pivots, and stanchions, door openings, lengths, widths, and coupler heights.
Wagon Construction Tolerances
- Inside length: +5mm (riveted), +7mm (welded)
- Inside width: +3mm
- Inside height: +3mm
- Difference between diagonals (+/- measurements for under frame, body side, body end, door opening, and doors)
- Distance between bogie pivot centres (+/- measurements for riveted and welded)
- Distance between bogie pivot centre and adjacent headstock (+/- measurements)
- Door opening (vertical or horizontal): (+/- measurements)
- Door length: (+/- measurements)
- Door width: (+/- measurements)
- Distance between door center line and door hinge center line (+/- measurements)
- Coupler height from rail level (+/- measurements)
- Coupler height from bogie top pivot (+/- measurements)
- Non-pressure tank wagon barrel tolerances (+/- measurements)
Other Major Sub-Assemblies
- Draw gear/CBC sub-assembly
- Containers locking/anchoring arrangements (container flats)
- Side stanchions & lashing chains
- Door operating mechanisms (hopper wagons)
- Top centre pivot
Underframe Maintenance
- Underframes are subjected to static and dynamic loads, including track unevenness and buffing impacts from marshalling
- Regular maintenance is crucial for smooth operation.
- Inspection is required for rivet/bolts, cracks, and alignment.
- Repairs are critical for damaged components, head stocks, centre sills, and sole bars, with repairs following specific procedures as outlined.
- Specific types of wagons (open, covered, brake vans) might have unique repair requirements.
Additional Information
- Diagrams (figures) accompany the text, illustrating specific underframe components and dimensions.
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This quiz explores the intricate details of the BG wagon underframe construction and design. It covers the essential components, load-bearing structures, and material specifications that play a crucial role in wagon safety and efficiency. Test your knowledge on load calculations, structural integrity, and the essential parts of underframe design.