Operational Design of Infrastructure, Signaling and Control Systems
The tracks, turnouts, stations, platforms and the signaling system should support and enable the operation of the rail system, in a safe and efficient manner.
Following the definition of the operation plan; the service lines, their frequencies, and the infrastructure can be defined.
How characterization is performed
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How many main tracks are needed?
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Intersection of different main tracks – will a junction connection suffice, or is there a need for a bypass connection?
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Number and location of bypass stations.
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Number of station tracks and platforms.
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Length of station tracks and platforms.
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Number and location of turnouts and their type - which defines the train speed.
System advantages
The signaling system, control and monitor devices enable safe and efficient operation:
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The type of signals and their location.
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Is there a need for bi-direction signals?
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ATP system (Automatic Train Protection)
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Automatic system for route lock.
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ATO system (Automatic Train Operation).
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Control Center – Number of required work stations and the definition of the roles of responsibilities for each type of operator.
