For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT Active development of the World Ocean dictates the need to intensively develop marine engineering systems, designed to solve a wide variety of scientific research, geological, prospecting, search, and other tasks. Basing on the analysis of scientific works and research in this field, the authors aim to find the optimal mathematical model for increasing the efficiency of such complexes using the example of an underwater unmanned vehicle (UV). As a result, the conclusion is made that the application of mathematical-statistical methods allows correctly and evenly distribute resources (finance, time, labor, etc.), determine the level of innovation, and also more fully and rationally assess the conditions for formation, maintenance and operation of UV. At the same time, the authors especially noted the importance of having qualityrelated solutions within the requirements (standards) of a single system synchronously working at the stages of design, maintenance and operation of marine engineering systems. Keywords: marine engineering systems, unmanned vehicles, mathematical model, physical principles, quality management system, statistical data, scientific research, algebraic solutions.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The author suggests a 3D model of a railway station, which is the closest to reality in terms of external perception and the essence of the processes. It is shown that an attempt to simplify model operations, not to take into account the technological links of individual processes, basing only on physical analogies, leads to development of non-functional reconstructions. This is a claimed system of model images that only can reproduce the dynamics of movement of cars along the station tracks, as well as can visualize the successive states of objects in their interaction. Keywords: 3D model, railway station, system of model images, physical processes, synergetic properties, empirical characteristics.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT Acceleration of economic growth of many countries, including Russia, through formation of a multiplier effect is largely based on successful implementation of investment programs of transport companies. At the same time, a positive trend should be ensured at all stages of the life cycle of each project. To make conceptually verified management decisions that are clearly oriented by economic theory, it is proposed to use dynamic economic and mathematica l models for substantiating large investment projects aimed at developing transport infrastructure. The article considers options to ensure sustainability of a financial result, depending on implementation of the project with different amounts of financing and different degrees of approach of companies to the conditions of investment equilibrium. Keywords: transport infrastructure, sustainable development, United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development, indicators, Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, investment project, economic and mathematical modeling, Königs-Lamerey diagrams, Hicks-Lindahl concept.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The article is devoted to the study of oscillations of ballastless bridge deck, concrete slabs, conduct of rail fastenings, gasket layer under a rail slab of a high-speed railway. The objective of research was to achieve reduction of forces in concrete slabs and rational stiffness of elastic elements in the structure of a carrying system, depending on load, speeds and features of the model «bridge-track- vehicle». Keywords: railway, ballastless track, high-speed railway, bridge deck, dynamic studies, modeling, wheel, rail, vehicle, beam, span structure.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The article proposes authors’ design to reduce the temperature of exhaust gases on the surface of pipelines of the resonator and the catalyst. To do so plates of various geometric shapes and sizes are arranged perpendicularly and (or) at an angle to their longitudinal axis, spaced apart from each other. The expediency of using this variant of modernization of the exhaust system of the internal combustion engine is supported by theoretical and experimental studies, the reliability of which is confirmed with a confidence probability of 0,95. The regression dependencies obtained give grounds for recommending their own order of regulating the rate of cooling of a pipeline that removes exhaust gases, in accordance with their initial parameters and subsequent dynamics of indicators. In addition, during the experiment it was possible to reveal the physical picture of the process of heating and cooling of a pipeline along its length. Keywords: internal combustion engine, theoretical and experimental studies, regression dependencies, cooling system, design, vehicle, temperature.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The article considers an example of extending the program for information modeling of elements of the metal bridge. Over just the past few years there has been a significant progress and qualitative leap in design of building structures transforming it from twodimensional drawings to information modeling (BIM technology). This transition became possible due to modern software. Unlike the creation of twodimensional drawings and three-dimensional model of the construction in the CAD system, the process of information modeling creates a database that contains information about each element of the building. This approach allows to store and modify information about the object throughout the whole lifecycle of the project. Revit and Tekla are the most popular products in Russia. With their help it takes little time to assemble an information model for a typical building because these programs contain large libraries with the elements. However, when designing a unique building it is necessary to add new elements and plug-ins (extensions) to the program. Plug-ins can significantly reduce the design time. Almost all of the programs for BIM allow the usage of such extensions. Tekla has a very convenient functionality for automation. With this program it is possible to extend the functionality using the Tekla Open API, which uses C# programming language. The article considers the automation process of placing the bolts in the nodes of the main through trusses of the metal bridge. To achieve this, a C# program (plug-in) that performs the placing of the bolts has been created. Examples of dialog boxes created with the help of the Tekla Open API that illustrate the implementation of the proposed algorithm are provided. Keywords: information model, computer-aided design system, BIM-technologies, Open API interface, adaptation, plug-in, truss, node, bridge.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The current problems of increasing the efficiency of optoelectronic devices with the help of new materials are considered in the article. It is noted that the most promising direction of research is the design of semiconductor materials using the own isotopes of chemical elements. Thus, purification from heavy isotopes increases the speed of optoelectronic devices, quantum efficiency, sensitivity of photodetectors. The greatest effect of isotope purification can be obtained for a nanostructured material (superlattices). This new semiconductor material will create more sensitive instruments for night vision, solar panels, safety systems, medical equipment, ultra-long-range infrared photodetectors. Keywords: optoelectronics, communication, isotopes, purification, quantum efficiency, superlattices.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). The studies were carried out with the support of the Russian Foundation for Basic Research for Project No. 17-20-01148 ofi_m_ RZD/17. ABSTRACT Based on the data regarding operation of locomotives of the series 2ES6 and 2ES10, the averaged parameters of the electric power storage in the DC traction system on lines with heavy and long-distance trains have been identified. The modes of the storage devices are characterized by a shortterm nature. The average duration of their operation in the charging mode is approximately 100 s, and the volume of the returned energy by the electric rolling stock, which determines the energy capacity, averages 100 kW•h, with a maximum power of 7,1 MW. The processing of measurement results shows that the observed distributions of stresses and traction load of the substation are not subject to Gauss’s laws. Keywords: railway, traction power supply system, heavy traffic, traction load, energy efficiency, sectioning post, power storage, electric rolling stock, experiment.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The article, using the example of LLC ATP Kama analyzes the condition of fleet of the motor transport enterprise, as well as the existing system for ensuring its operability. In particular, normative and actual technical readiness of buses is shown taking into account the terms of their operation, average daily mileage, total number of days of stay for maintenance and repair during the year. The method of adjustment of standards was chosen. Optimal periodicity of maintenance of vehicles was determined. An assessment of intensity of failures, costs for the enterprise of preventive maintenance and repair work, and calculation of economic effectiveness of the proposed solutions are suggested. Keywords: motor transport enterprise, economy, cost reduction, optimal periodicity of maintenance, bus operation, economic-probabilistic method, exponential distribution law.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The article describes a methodical approach to justification of the ratio of growth in labor productivity and wages of transport organizations, depending on the type of development of the organization and the main factors of production (intensive and extensive) that ensure the growth of labor productivity. At the same time, general tendencies are taken into account for the country’s economy and transport complex, and against their background, the development features and innovative potential of enterprises of inland water transport are assessed. The author puts forward own approaches to economic calculations and factor analysis. Keywords: economy, transport complex, inland water transport, labor productivity, wages, methodical approach, intensive and extensive factors, dynamics of growth.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The wide range of conditions for performance of works in transport construction sector traditionally should meet high demands on the methodology for their accounting when calculating the estimated cost. In its current state, the national (federal) budget and regulatory framework is a compromise, especially when it comes to adjusting the costs in different circumstances of natural, climatic, different regional resources, transport accessibility. The article reveals the problem of the sectoral specificity of the use of labor resources at the objects of construction of the railway transport infrastructure. An example of the impact of typical working conditions on quantitative regulatory parameters is given as a calculation and methodical variant of solving economic problems. Keywords: economy, transport construction, norms, estimated cost, analysis, labor intensity, production conditions, coefficients, factors.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The author puts forward some ideas and drfat methods regarding future HSR in Russia, e.g. proposes a methodology for calculating the annual operating costs per 1 train-kilometer that arise when traffic is organized on Moscow-Kazan high-speed rail, depending on the speed and the main resistivity to train movement. Taking into account the coefficient of comfort and on the basis of the multi-criteria choice for an optimum composition of a train, a composition consisting of 12 cars of four classes (one first class car, two business class cars, four economic and five tourist class) with a capacity of 742 passengers was adopted as author’s project suggestion. The dimensions of movement of high-speed trains on HSR are determined, actual data, as well as possible tariffs for fare in cars of various classes, are involved in calculations. The part of conditionally-constant expenses is justified, operational expenses are calculated. The revenue and profits from the sale of tickets were calculated with full mastering of the planned passenger flow. The costs for 1 passenger and 1 passenger-kilometer are shown. Keywords: transport, high-speed railways, high-speed trains, traffic organization, operating costs calculation technique, train composition, passenger flow.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The article describes the results of a study of a cybernetics and physical system (CPS) as a transport management tool. The relevance of the topic is due to the need to improve management of complex transport systems in the face of increasing volumes of information and multidimensionality of management situations. The study is based on an assessment of the experience and new opportunities for using CPS in transport management. The article introduces the conceptual and component models of CPS, shows their similarities and differences with other systems. As a methodological tool, the authors used system and structural analysis. The communication features of CPS are revealed, which are a condition for its implementation in organization of high-speed traffic. CPS is evaluated as one more step towards the creation of intelligent systems of a new generation. Keywords: transport, cybernetics and physical systems, management, embedded systems, ubiquitous computing, Internet of things, technology, management models.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The author offers a conceptual approach to formation of a development strategy of urban rapid transport based on the specifics of magnetic levitation technology. It is offered to create an urban transport system, which complies with the criteria corresponding to society demand: high speed, low level of noise, vibration, low emissions to the environment, lack of intersections with other communications in the same plane. The definition of «rapid urban transport» is given. The author suggests strategic priorities and corresponding development indicators as well as stages and principles of development and implementation of strategic programs, which take into account the experience of some countries (China, Japan, South Korea) in creation of maglev lines for urban passenger transport. Keywords: rapid urban transport, development strategy, magnetic levitation, goals of management.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The article outlines the main provisions of the methodology for analyzing the quality of transport services provided in the process of freight rail transportation. The methodology assumes the analysis in a fully automated way in the EASAPR SFTO system in interaction with adjacent corporate systems for all types of violations of transportation processes, both at the time of their detection, and regardless of the subsequent filing of claims. The result is a clarification of the effect of various factors and operating factors on the overall financial risks of JSC Russian Railways particularly in case of customers’ claims. The methodology is aimed at improving the quality of freight transportation, development of client focused operations and improvement of the image of JSC Russian Railways. Keywords: railway, cargo transportation, quality management, violation analysis, methodology, corporate systems.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The article analyzes the economic potential of transit transportation China-Russia-EU, the need of active state investment support for its development, modernization of transport infrastructure, primarily the border and terminal infrastructure, which will increase the transit capacity of railways and the active involvement of Russian regions in transportation. The authors advocate a comprehensive supranational approach that takes into account the interests of all participating countries and unites various railway systems, including transformations related to harmonization of rules, customs principles and tariffs. First of all, it concerns unification of norms and development of a single standard for container transportation, which will make it possible to significantly simplify and reduce the cost of operations, as well as to move to more efficient intermodal technologies, and turn a set of routes into a single transit and logistics corridor. Keywords: transport corridor, Eurasia, container transportation, railway, Silk Road.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The transport system of Russia processes powerful foreign trade commodity flows. The combination of developed network of railways and highways, ports, border crossing points creates a basis for formation of one of the largest transport and logistics complexes. Reliability of all its components, positive synergy of links, sufficient throughput and carrying capacity influences the effectiveness of business of many domestic and foreign enterprises that have become participants in the common logistics process. The authors of the article focus discussion on the system significance of logistics solutions for interaction of various modes of transport at the stages of carriage of goods in international traffic using the example of Ust-Luga transport hub. Keywords: management, logistics, interaction, logistics center, port, dry port, station-sea port system, multimodal transportation, transport hub.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT On domestic railways, the technology of the link method of track overhaul is used. The most common on most foreign railways is the way of separate laying of the track superstructure. The article is devoted to a comparison of these two methods of performing overhaul. The technical, technological and economic indicators characteristic of the variants used are given, and an objective evaluation of the effectiveness of the link and separate methods in relation to Russian conditions is given. Keywords: railway, overhaul, technology, organization of work, separate method, link method, track machine, rail, track superstructure.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). The work was carried out with the financial support and within the framework of the international educational project of the European Union TEMPUS EcoBRU «Environmental education for Belarus, Russia and the Ukraine» (543707-TEMPUS-1-2013-1-DE-TEMPUS-JPHES). ABSTRACT In the last decade, the scientific researches focused on improvement of environmental friendliness and based on the principles of sustainable development, has been developed in transport sector, and this is «green» logistics. The article presents an overview of the research in this area using as an example foreign and Russian projects. It is shown that the existing approaches, methods and instruments of «green» logistics are scattered, their use leads to making contradictory decisions that do not contribute to a systematic reduction of the harmful impact of transport on the environment. The authors proposed their approach to systematization of principles and methods of «green» logistics, which will allow creating more balanced programs to improve the environmental friendliness and efficiency of transport systems. Keywords: transport, sustainable development, green logistics, logistics, ecology, environment.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The article outlines modern approaches to ensuring sustainability of transportation process in railway transport, assesses the existing system with respect to its ability to withstand external and internal destabilizing factors, and meet the risk criteria. Particular attention is paid to stability of transportation process in emergency situations, the risks of which have increased in recent years. In this case, it is not only about preserving technical and other parameters at a given level, but also for a given period of time, and taking into account the complex human factor in governance. Keywords: transport safety, stability, transportation process, risks, emergency situations, reliability destabilizing factors.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The article shows the dynamics of population growth in the largest cities in the world and the proportional growth in the number of vehicles, the effect of road transport emissions on health of urban population and environment, the maximum permissible levels of harmful substances emissions into the atmosphere, and the data on air pollution in the world megacities. Cause-effect relations are considered and the damage, including economic, is estimated from pollution of atmospheric air. The programs of international organizations to reduce harmful emissions into the atmosphere are considered. Technical solutions are proposed to reduce the impact of road transport on the atmosphere of cities. The main measures and ways to reduce the environmental load in transport systems of large cities of the world are formulated, in particular, the refusal of diesel buses and the transition to buses with electric motors. Russian federal and regional programs to reduce the level of harmful substances in the atmosphere from road transport, as well as the main provisions of the new environmental strategy of the city of Moscow for the period until 2030, are considered and studied. Based on this strategy, the tasks of qualitative transformation of the city’s transport system, reduction of anthropogenic CO2 emissions and noise reduction have been defined. The results of tests of domestic and foreign models of electric buses on the routes of the capital are presented in the framework of implementation of the activities of the Government of Moscow aimed at developing and improving land urban passenger transport, reducing the congestion of the road network and improving the environmental situation. Keywords: environmental pollution, atmospheric air, road transport, electric bus, metropolis, charging station.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The market economy stimulated the emergence of new principles of cooperation in the production field based on capitalization and predetermined the priorities for development of railways. It is a holding structure of management with a lot of subsidiaries, vertical management of economic structures within the company. The article shows the importance of optimizing various interrelated operational processes in modern production conditions, as well as the influence of managerial and modernization factors on the nature of provision of external services, internal efficiency of labor. The chosen direction for improving technological processes through obtaining synergies is most significant see limited economic and human resources. Keywords: railway transport, personnel, labor productivity, efficiency, time, infrastructure, synergetic effect.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT The article is devoted to the study of physical performance in the railway college. The authors propose a computer program written by them for this purpose, the novelty of which is that it determines, through control measurements and test checks, physical performance of a student in relation to his future specialization. Moreover, during the entire training period (3-4 years), it is possible to make adjustments to the plan of physical education with the student depending on his indicators and thereby contribute both to overall professional training and development of those individual qualities that will help to strengthen the physical potential of the graduate of the industry educational institution. Keywords: railway transport, college, physical performance, students, physical efficiency, fitness, medical groups, computer program, tests.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). ABSTRACT Air transport arose due to man’s persistent desire to fly. It evolved from eccentricity, through experiments to regular communication between the most distant corners of the planet. Passenger air travel is a little more than 100 years old. Aeroflot, the legendary company that connects cities and villages, continents and countries, stands at the origins of civil aviation in Russia. The biography of Aeroflot is the history of development of domestic aircraft construction, development of once dangerous and risky routes, rapid technical progress and competition with the largest aviation companies in the world. The author describes some curious facts from the history of Aeroflot company. Keywords: air transport, civil aviation, history, Aeroflot, transport market, corporate culture.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). Two hundred years ago - on February 17, 1818 - in England a patent was registered for design of a self-propelled machine, a prototype of a modern bicycle. The author of the invention, the German Baron Karl Friedrich Christian Ludwig Freiherr Drais von Sauerbronn, had demonstrated his first scooter a year before, and since then the popularity of a «machine for walking» was steadily increasing. By the end of 19th century, 1000 people applied for their bicycle patents in France, 2400 - in England, 4000 - in the USA! The simplicity of the idea won over everyone. And in every new detail, willing or not, the genius glimpsed. Especially if you take a good look at it. Keywords: bicycle, scooter, railcar, von Drais, history, world legends, patents. Compiled by Natalia OLEYNIK

For the English full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). Reviews of articles from the journal "Railway business" 1896. The editorial staff expresses gratitude to the staff of the library of Russian University of Transport for help in preparation of the material.

For the English abstract and full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). Sorokina, A. V. Strategic planning in companies with state participation: Monograph. Moscow, Izvestia publ., 2018, 264 p. ABSTRACT The monographic study details the theoretical and practical issues of development of a strategic management system: economic essence and content, structure, principles and methods, key threats and development risks. Considerable attention is paid to the experience of implementation of the management strategy in JSC Russian Railways, largest transport holding company of the country, the forms of state participation in which have undergone serious organizational and legal changes during restructuring of the transport sector. Keywords: railway, holding, strategic management, state participation, long-term programs, development risks, methodology, horizons of planning.

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List of books on transport and transportation recently published in Russia is enclosed in attached PDF-file.For the English full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version). List compiled by Natalia OLEYNIK

For the English full text of the article please see the attached PDF-File (English version follows Russian version)]. The UIC Asia-Pacific Training Session 2018 on Best Human Resources & Training Practices for Railways, kindly hosted by the Russian University of Transport (RUT), took place in Moscow from 21 to 23 March 2018.35 participants from Korea (KORAIL), Vietnam (VNR), Azerbaijan (AZ-ADY), Kazakhstan (KTZ), Mongolia (UBTZ), Russia (RZD, NIIAS, RUT), Italy (RFI), Serbia (Infrastructure of Serbian Railways), Austria (ÖBB), Germany (DB Engineering & Consulting), Portugal (Infraestruturas de Portugal), CPCS, etc., attended the training session, while speakers from Morocco (French-Moroccan IFF) and Germany (DB) contributed via videoconference.The attendees were hosted by Boris Lyovin, rector of the RUT. Electronic newsletter of UIC #591 and own information