Data communication for driver controlled operation (DCO)
Providing reliable and resilient communications for safety-critical Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 2 systems
Driver Controlled Operation (DCO) puts the driver in control of the opening and closing of train doors. DCO systems typically consist of an Automatic Selective Door Operation (ASDO) system and an On-Train Camera/Monitor (OTCM) system, which can be combined and operated over the same communication network and hardware. The ASDO system is responsible for enabling the correct number of doors for a specific platform length. This ensures that doors without an adjacent platform are disabled and cannot be opened. The OTCM system displays live camera images of the platform side of the train to the driver allowing the driver to close the doors when safe to do so.
- A proven networking solution for DCO
- Redundant wired and wireless inter-unit coupling
- Easy-to-use web interface for system commissioning
Westermo has a proven solution that addresses the key networking challenges in implementing DCO systems. The primary challenge is for dual redundant connectivity to extend to coupled multiple-units in any orientation. A secure and redundant mixed-media wired/wireless unit-coupling solution has been developed allowing train units to be coupled together in any orientation. This increases the flexibility of the fleet and improves the response time for system reconfiguration after coupling. In conjunction with our resilient FRNT ring protocol and robust EN50155 hardware, this solution ensures high availability for a safety-critical system
Products featured
Viper-212A-T3G-P8-HV
Ibex-RT-220
Viper-002-PL
Automatic Network inauguration to IEC standards
IEC 61375 compliant automatic network inauguration with gigabit Ethernet backbone support.
Wired Train Coupling (ICL)
Bridge high bandwidth Ethernet communication by reusing existing cables in the coupler.
Wireless Train Coupling (ICL)
Reliable solutions for interconnecting rail carriages wirelessly.
Applications
Westermo provides products and solutions for most networking applications within the rail industry. Our extensive product range and deep understanding of rail applications ensures that we can offer the best solution for your needs.
Multigigabit train-to-ground connectivity
Using MMWave technology, Westermo provides high-speed train-to-ground connectivity solutions.
Video Surveillance
Westermo has developed data communication products specifically for solving common challenges within CCTV and video surveillance systems in public transit.
Communication Based Train Control
Westermo can offer the network products required for a complete CBTC solution.
Digital Payment Systems
Westermo offers a variety of network solutions for connecting digital payment systems that are typically found on board trains and at train stations.
Train Control and Management Systems
Westermo can support critical subsystems inside trains with robust and secure data communication systems.
Rail Electrification
Westermo’s rail offering addresses all the needs of the rail electrification value chain.
Predictive Maintenance
Westermo offers products developed for connecting rail assets and accessing reliable data.
Rail Asset Management
Westermo can provide many types of data communication solutions to connect rail assets over different types of media.
Onboard Connectivity
The Wi-Fi solutions available from Westermo resolve issues caused by high-density applications.
Public Address and PIDS
Westermo offers products and expertise in creating reliable and robust network solutions for all types of public address and information display systems.
Mark Gibbs
Sales, Trains and Trackside
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