PREN 14531-1 : DRAFT 2012

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions, symbols and abbreviations
4 Stopping and slowing distances calculation
5 Immobilization brake calculation
Annex A (informative) - Workflow of stopping and
        slowing distance calculation method
Annex B (informative) - Workflow of immobilization
        calculations
Annex C (informative) - Brake equipment type example
        calculations
Annex D (informative) - Train stopping distance and
        immobilization brake calculation example
Annex E (informative) - Development of the formula for
        the mean brake force with respect to the braking
        distance
Annex F (informative) - Slowing or stopping distance
        calculation using alternative method of
        equivalent response time calculation as
        French Railway requirements for train
        operating in 'G' position
Annex G (informative) - Requirements and example
        calculation of brake force data required
        for UK rolling stock library
Annex ZA (informative) - Relationship between this
         European Standard and the Essential Requirements
         of EC Directive 2008/27/EC
Bibliography

Gives general algorithms which may be used for all types of train sets, units or single vehicles, including high speed, locomotive and passenger coaches, conventional vehicles and wagons.