Automatic train operation. Driving the future of rail transport
report
How does one of the world’s densest and busiest rail infrastructure systems address the increasing need for capacity and competitiveness? By exploring the opportunities to enhance the current system with new technology. Automatic Train Operation (ATO) is a promising innovation with various levels of automation, ranging from train driver support to unattended train operation. When fully implemented, ATO trains operate automatically and no interference of a driver is needed. Companies in the rail and transport sector can benefit from ATO in a number of ways. This includes improved capacity usage, lower energy consumption and improved punctuality. What’s more, society benefits from the potentially safer, more efficient and more sustainable solution
TNO Identifier
842373
Publisher
TNO
Collation
37 p.
Place of publication
Den Haag