Joseph Wm Palese

US Patent:

20110064273, Mar 17, 2011

Filed:

Sep 11, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/557806

Inventors:

Allan M. Zarembski - Cherry Hill NJ, US
Todd L. Euston - Philadelphia PA, US
Joseph W. Palese - Sewell NJ, US

Assignee:

HARSCO CORPORATION - Camp Hill PA

International Classification:

G06K 9/00

US Classification:

382104

Abstract:

A method of inspecting a turnout of a track includes the steps of: capturing images of the components of the turnout; converting each image into a set of coordinates that traces the transverse cross-section of a rail profile; analyzing the rail profile to determine if the rail profile is a profile of arunning rail portion or a component. Upon determination that the image represents a component, taking measurements of the rail profile and applying virtual gauges to the rail profile to check for potentially dangerous conditions of the component; and generating a summary of each cross-section of the rail profile of the component indicating problem areas. The method is used for identifying certain classes of switch or turnout rail conditions which can lead to derailments, and for enhancing the turnout inspection approach currently used. The use of this method as an integrated part of the rail profile monitoring program will reduce reliance on field measurements and will also allow more frequent, comprehensive, and convenient analysis of turnout condition.

US Patent:

20180057029, Mar 1, 2018

Filed:

Aug 26, 2017

Appl. No.:

15/687460

Inventors:

- Fairmont MN, US
Joseph Palese - Sewell NJ, US
James Resio - Columbia SC, US

International Classification:

B61L 23/04
B61K 9/08

Abstract:

A track geometry measurement system includes a plurality of wheels, a frame, an inertial measurement unit, a global positioning system, and a processor. The plurality of wheels are operable to trail over rail track. The frame is coupled to the wheels. The inertial measurement unit (IMU) is coupled to the frame. The global positioning system (GPS) is coupled to the frame. The processor is configured to determine a relative position of a portion of the frame based on data from the GPS and data from the IMU.