Railway Telecommunication
Telecommunication in railways supports operational control, safety systems, and passenger information. It enables real-time communication between control centers, train drivers, and station staff.
Core Components:
Optical Fiber Networks: Backbone of modern railway telecom, enabling high-speed, reliable data transmission.
- GSM-R (Global System for Mobile Communications – Railway): A dedicated mobile communication system for railways that supports voice and data communication between train and control centers.
- Public Address Systems: Used in stations and trains for passenger announcements.
- Passenger Information Systems (PIS): Displays real-time information such as arrival/departure timings, platform numbers, and delays.
- SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition): Monitors and controls electrical assets like traction power, signaling equipment, and station systems.
- Network Management Systems (NMS): Centralized management of the entire telecom network for monitoring, fault management, and performance tracking.
