Challenge
What kind of equipment od you need for the remote monitoring of data on rail networks? Due to the nature of international travel, the information must be secure while at the same time it must have an ability to be read in real-time. What kind of materials can withstand different time zones, temperatures and humity levels?
What kind of equipment od you need for the remote monitoring of data on rail networks? Due to the nature of international travel, the information must be secure while at the same time it must have an ability to be read in real-time. What kind of materials can withstand different time zones, temperatures and humity levels?
Solution
The easiest way to think about IoT for rail networks is to see the communication layer mapped on top of the transport and security layer. You already do this on a personal basis when you use Wi-Fi onboard, or when you see digital signage on trackside.
The next step is to use communication networks to build information about the real-time state of the line, traffic levels, and the prevailing conditions en route. Considering that the track is exposed to the elements year round and to constant traffic, the hardware must be reliable and fit for purpose.
A key to rail traffic management is the ability to receive information from different parts of the track in real time. This information and associated tools within the operations center allow predictive modelling, real time network updates and incident management tools to be built on top of the communications layer.
The easiest way to think about IoT for rail networks is to see the communication layer mapped on top of the transport and security layer. You already do this on a personal basis when you use Wi-Fi onboard, or when you see digital signage on trackside.
The next step is to use communication networks to build information about the real-time state of the line, traffic levels, and the prevailing conditions en route. Considering that the track is exposed to the elements year round and to constant traffic, the hardware must be reliable and fit for purpose.
A key to rail traffic management is the ability to receive information from different parts of the track in real time. This information and associated tools within the operations center allow predictive modelling, real time network updates and incident management tools to be built on top of the communications layer.
Results
Key Benefits
Secure user access
Remote functionalities
Real-time track monitoring
Real-time operations
Device management
Data received
- Battery level
- Location: Latitude, Longitude
- Secure data transfer
System performance
- Battery lasting up to 5 years - Configuration works
Project benefits
- Usage statistics - Increased visibility of access points
Key Benefits
Secure user access
Remote functionalities
Real-time track monitoring
Real-time operations
Device management
Data received
- Battery level
- Location: Latitude, Longitude
- Secure data transfer
System performance
- Battery lasting up to 5 years - Configuration works
Project benefits
- Usage statistics - Increased visibility of access points