Embedding Wireless Sensors in Railway Sleepers
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چکیده
In recent years there has been intensive research and development in the application of wireless sensor network (WSN) technologies to various sectors such as healthcare, home automation, environmental monitoring and the monitoring of large structures, eg, buildings and bridges. The monitoring of railway infrastructure such as the tracks, bearers and sleepers is another area that could potentially benefit from the application of WSN technology. In this paper we examine the requirements for sensors embedded in railway sleepers and the potential use cases for this technology. We also identify the key challenges and obstacles that must be overcome to allow the widespread introduction of WSN technology into railway sleepers.
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