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Communications-based train control facts for kids

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Communications-based train control (CBTC) is a railway signaling system that makes use of telecommunications between the train and track equipment. By means of a CBTC system, the exact position of a train is known more accurately than with the traditional signaling systems. This results in a more efficient and safe way to manage trains. Metros (and other railway systems) are able to run more frequent trains while maintaining or even improving safety.

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  • AirTrain SFO tracks

    The SFO AirTrain in San Francisco Airport was the first radio-based CBTC system.

  • FB vs MB

    The safety distance (safe-braking distance) between trains in fixed block and moving block signalling systems

  • CBTC Arch

    The architecture of a CBTC system.

  • CBTC Map July2012

    Radio-based CBTC moving block projects around the world. Projects are classified with colours depending on the supplier; those underlined are already into CBTC operation.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Sistema CBTC para niños

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