Braided frame keeps very light rail on track

Engineer (UK) says: The frame, which is weaved, or braided, from carbon fibre composites into a series of tubes that can be easily fitted together, has been designed by researchers at WMG at the University of Warwick, alongside composite components company Far and Stratford upon Avon-based Transport Design International.

The prototype, which can be easily assembled using adhesive and simple welding, will allow VLR services to carry more passengers, while reducing the amount of energy needed to propel the vehicle.

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