BNSF Railway Company (20240246585). SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR VIRTUAL APPROACH SIGNAL RESTRICTION UPGRADE simplified abstract
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR VIRTUAL APPROACH SIGNAL RESTRICTION UPGRADE
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Scott D. Sapp of Smithville MO (US)
Mitchell W. Beard of Shawnee KS (US)
Michael E. Ramolt of Shawnee KS (US)
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR VIRTUAL APPROACH SIGNAL RESTRICTION UPGRADE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240246585 titled 'SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR VIRTUAL APPROACH SIGNAL RESTRICTION UPGRADE
The patent application describes a system and method for upgrading virtual approach signal restrictions between physical signaling components in a train control system.
- The use of a virtual signal with signal type functionality can split a block into two or more sections, allowing a train to accelerate on a clear indication if the advance signal indication upgrades.
- Audio frequency type circuits with the advance signal indication can enable a train to upgrade from a restricting indication to an approach or clear indication, while protecting against hazards.
- The system allows trains to upgrade from a "restricting" indication to an "approach" or "clear and accelerate" indication with an upgraded PTC track line for the segment.
Potential Applications: - Railway signaling systems - Train control systems - Safety enhancements in rail transportation
Problems Solved: - Enhancing train acceleration based on signal indications - Protecting against hazards and ensuring safe train operations
Benefits: - Improved efficiency in train operations - Enhanced safety measures for trains - Streamlined signaling processes
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Railway Signaling System for Improved Train Operations This technology can be applied in railway companies to enhance train operations, improve safety measures, and streamline signaling processes, ultimately leading to increased efficiency and reliability in rail transportation.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the virtual approach signal restriction upgrade system improve train operations? - The system allows trains to accelerate based on clear signal indications, enhancing efficiency and safety in rail transportation.
2. What are the key features of the audio frequency type circuits in the system? - The audio frequency type circuits enable trains to upgrade from restricting indications to approach or clear indications, while protecting against hazards and ensuring safe operations.
Original Abstract Submitted
a system and method for providing a virtual approach signal restriction upgrade between physical signaling components is presented. in one embodiment, in a ctc type of operation, the use of a virtual signal with signal type functionality to split a block into two or more sections can allow a train currently governed by an approach indication to accelerate on a clear indication if the advance signal indication upgrades. the addition of audio frequency type circuits with the advance signal indication can allow a train to upgrade from a restricting indication to an approach or clear indication, while protecting open ht switches, broken rail, hazards, and follow up moves. the present invention provides a system for allowing trains to upgrade from a “restricting” indication to an “approach” or “clear and accelerate” indication with an upgraded ptc track line for the segment.
