Analysis of Modern Research on the Impact of Desert Winds and Sand Processes on Railway Tracks

Abstract

The article provides an analytical review of modern domestic and foreign research dedicated to the impact of desert winds and sand processes on railway infrastructure. The climatic and aerodynamic features of arid regions, the mechanisms of sand drift formation, and their impact on the elements of the road's upper structure have been examined. A comparative analysis of modern engineering solutions for protecting railways from wind and sand impacts has been conducted. It has been established that foreign research is primarily focused on the application of CFD modeling, digital monitoring, and aerodynamic analysis of sand flows, while domestic research focuses on increasing the operational stability of the upper track structure and improving sand protection structures. The main scientific problems have been identified and promising areas for further research in the field of increasing the stability of railway infrastructure in desert regions have been identified.