Design of a Metro Train and Structural Analysis of the Metro Vehicle Body by Finite Element Method

Since metros are high capacity, fast and large in size compared to other urban rail vehicles, the importance of body strength is very critical. In this study, a four-car metro system was designed structural analyses vehicle were carried out using finite element method according EN 12663-1 standard. Structural performed under three different conditions. total mass 22.7 m long with all its equipment 35000 kg, passenger calculated as 27020 kg based on presence 8 passengers per square meter, taken 62020 kg. Various sizes SUS304 stainless steel profiles sheet materials have been selected for carrier skeleton vehicle. analysis; vertical loads made side horizontal compression bumper areas maximum stress displacement amounts determined. It found that compartment car body, amount below yield stress, but case loading area, above stress. order provide necessary conditions design buffer zone surroundings, solution proposals revise design.