FR8RAIL II WP5
Freight Automation
Researcher: Behzad Kordnejad (Project manager)
Funder: Swedish Transport Administration / EU S2R - IP5
Implementation: 2019-2021
This work package is designed to define and develop concepts and requirements for automating train preparation to further improve efficiency and safety. For example, an automatic brake test, linked to the operator’s database, will significantly shorten train preparation while increasing safety. Or, an autonomous locomotive start-up, with subsequent heating or cooling of auxiliaries, or automated train data entry will reduce the lead time in the start-up assignment.