Railway hardware standards and certifications

Railway hardware standards and certifications

Railway vehicle manufacturers, suppliers and rolling stock operating companies are required to meet mandatory, voluntary and contractual requirements for the construction, commissioning and operation of rolling stock and components. Rail testing companies provide independent, third-party assessment of rolling stock and components to ensure they are compliant with relevant standards. Testing will...

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Railway communication networks need important changes

Railway communication networks need important changes

GSM Railway (commonly known as GSM-R) is an “international” Wireless communication standard for railways that allows communication in this environment. Indeed it was a system that was developed for Europe, but due to its success it has been deployed in Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa. It is the network that has enabled trains and control centers to communicate with each other for well over...

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Internet on the rails

Internet on the rails

Cellular networks allow new services by making Internet access ubiquitous. Their increasing coverage, reliability and speed allow businesses and end customers alike to take advantage of new possibilities, although at the same time they increase dependence on Internet availability for everyday activities. However certain areas do not receive reliable cellular coverage. A typical case is that of...

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