UNI EN 13452-1 : 2003

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
  3.1 Basic terms and definitions
  3.2 Braking functions
  3.3 Braking techniques
  3.4 Load control
  3.5 Mechanics of braking
  3.6 Dynamics of braking
  3.7 Decelerations
4 Symbols and abbreviated terms
5 Design principles
  5.1 Brake system
  5.2 Loading criteria
  5.3 Braking fundamentals
  5.4 Operational requirements
  5.5 Performance requirements
  5.6 Brake system failure consequences
  5.7 Automatically controlled systems
  5.8 Brake system structure
6 Requirements for trams and light rail vehicles
  6.1 Characteristics for trams and light rail vehicles
  6.2 Brake performance values
  6.3 Load levels
  6.4 Implementation
7 Requirements for metros with steel wheels
  7.1 Characteristics for metros with steel wheels
  7.2 Brake performance values
  7.3 Implementation
8 Requirements for rubber tyred metros
  8.1 Characteristics for rubber tyred metros
  8.2 Brake performance levels
  8.3 Load levels
  8.4 Implementation
9 Requirements for commuter/regional trains
  9.1 Characteristics for commuter/regional trains
  9.2 Brake performance values
  9.3 Load levels
  9.4 Implementation
Bibliography

Describes minimum and maximum limiting requirements for braking systems and performance.