01-12-2020, 01:58 PM
(01-12-2020, 02:10 AM)plam Wrote:(01-11-2020, 04:35 PM)danbrotherston Wrote: My question is, we have had railway gates for about 150 years. How is it possible that they still do not function correctly. These are standard parts are they not?
Recall that a big part of the vehicle delay was because of the in-cab signalling systems. I understand that it's not just a simple mechanical device these days but instead the cab works in conjunction with the signal and control to ensure safety. I don't think that it is standard parts at all anymore. Pretty sure it is also linked with positive train control.
I guess this is one such system:
https://www.scheidt-bachmann.de/en/stron...ol-system/
ION uses the Alstom Urbalis signalling system https://www.alstom.com/our-solutions/sig...ng-systems . It's not yet fully working, that's why we don't have ATP and trains are limited to 50km/h on the spur line. Wouldn't be surprised if its issues are related to the gate issues.