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From UTU site Train nose-cone to deflect moose SOMERSET, U.K. -- A Somerset engineering firm has developed a moose-proof device to help a Swedi***rain company keep its trains running to time, according to the BBC. W and J Tods of Crewkerne designed the detachable nose-cone protector to fit on to the front of trains. It acts as an impact-absorber, repelling the moose without injuring them while keeping passengers safe. Every year engines on the Arlanda Express Airport rail link in Stockholm go out of service after hitting moose. Tom Hitchings, Director of Tods Mass Transit Business, said: "In the event of one of these animals -- which can weigh up to 1.5 tons -- being hit at speeds of 125 mph, the impact is absorbed and deflected and a major catastrophe is avoided." A contract for 20 of the nose cones has been secured. (This item appeared on the BBC website Aug. 12, 2004.)
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