Introduction to Centralized Traffic Control

Introduction to Centralized Traffic Control

Centralized Traffic Control  1. Traffic control system (TCS) or centralized traffic control (CTC) is a block system under which train movements are authorized by block signals whose indications supersede the superiority of trains for both opposing and following movements on the same track. FRA 236.828 2. Signal control – train movements are controlled by signal […]

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Metro Rail Inspection of electrical installation

Metro Rail Inspection of electrical installation

Metro Rail Inspection of electrical installation Inspection of electrical installation – (1) The Commissioner shall inspect the following for electrical installations on the metro railway proposed to be opened for the public carriage of passengers, keeping in view the essentially of services and safety of passengers, namely:- (a) protection systems of substation. (b) earthing and […]

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Metro Rail Continuous Automatic Train Control System 

Metro Rail Power Supply and Traction Arrangement 

Metro Rail Power Supply and Traction Arrangement  Power Supply and Traction Arrangement:- Switching on, and off, of traction and power supply distribution (1) All traction and power distribution systems shall remain live at all times and shall only be switched off when necessary for maintenance of the equipment or protection of other maintenance activities. (2) Traction […]

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