Development of Laboratory for Testing of Railway Vehicles and Structures

Abstract

The aim of this paper is to elucidate the need for the establishment and continuous development of a laboratory for testing of railway vehicles and mechanical structures at the Faculty of Mechanical and Civil Engineering in Kraljevo. The development strategy of the Centre for Railway Vehicles and Structures Testing at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Civil Engineering in Kraljevo is oriented in three directions. The first direction of development refers to high-quality and efficient teaching and education of students in the field of railway engineering and structures testing, at all levels of study. The second direction of development refers to the creation of conditions for the scientific and professional advancement of the members of the Centre and Laboratory, as well as their continuous improvement in accordance with the leading world trends. The third direction refers to the scientific work of the Centre and Laboratory, which includes the verification of theoretical solutions, designed and manufactured elements, sub-assemblies and assemblies of various types of constructions. In this way, it is possible to produce high-quality graduation, master's and doctoral theses, participation in domestic and international scientific research projects and cooperation with universities, institutes and the economy. The procurement and development of modern measuring equipment and software, as well as the equipping of a suitable space for work, were necessary as a prerequisite for the highest quality performance of the aforementioned tasks.