Improving safety with on-board monitoring and control systems using CAN technology
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The Office of Research and Development of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is sponsoring a revenue service demonstration of Advanced Train Systems featuring new technologies for improving safety and efficiency in freight train operations. The project, which commenced in 1999, is part of the Rolling Stock Program Element in FRA’s Five-Year Strategic Plan for Railroad Research, Development and Demonstrations. The demonstration system, referred to as the On-Board Monitoring and Control System (OBMCS), features an integrated package of sensors and actuators for monitoring and controlling mechanical components on freight trains. The OBMCS includes sensors to monitor bearings, wheels, brakes and trucks and actuators (referred to as advanced components) for remotely controlling parking brakes, angle cocks, cut levers and a cushion unit lockout system to eliminate slack. The demonstration of the OBMCS with advanced components will commence in 2005.
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