In June 2018, RSSB launched a £300,000 competition to fund a number of feasibility studies focused on improving adhesion forecasting technology.
Three projects were awarded funding to develop novel ideas and innovative solutions that can help the rail industry improve its ability to predict and manage the problem of poor adhesion on the tracks.
On this page you can find out more about the research competition and watch footage from the information day.
For any questions, please email: researchcompetitions@rssb.co.uk
An overview of the operational problems caused by poor adhesion - John Edgley, Chair of the Adhesion Working Group (AWG)
Watch RecordingHow adhesion impacts train operators - Rob Cummings, Programme Delivery Manager – Seasonal Preparedness, Northern Rail
Watch RecordingA look at how the Met Office approaches adhesion forecasting - Dr Victoria Chapman, Scientific Manager, Met Office
Watch RecordingNew developments in adhesion forecasting on the tube - Priyank Patel, Senior Engineer, Transport for London
Watch RecordingThe approach that MetDesk takes to weather-related forecasting across multiple sectors - Dr Daniel Adamson, Head of Meteorological R&D, MetDesk Weather Services
Watch RecordingA broader look at how the Met Office provides wider weather forecasting services – Dr Elizabeth Brock, Scientific Consultant, Met Office
Watch RecordingWorkshop introduction
Watch RecordingWorkshop Session 1
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Workshop Session 2
Watch RecordingCompetition details, including specifics regarding funding, judging criteria, etc. - Luisa Moisio, R&D Programme Director, RSSB
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