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Posted 02 May 2016 - 05:46 PM

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Release Date: 05/02/16

 

Modernizing Train Control Technology 

 

Less crowding and fewer equipment related-delays are the important goals of BART’s “Big 3” capital improvement projects.  The new train cars, an expanded facility to maintain the much larger fleet, and a 21st century train control system are all linked and essential to relieving crowding. No one single element can operate optimally without the others.  These three projects will boost capacity by increasing the number of cars and seats available system wide and the frequency of trains on the track during rush hour. The three projects will also increase the reliability and safety of the system as a whole. 

 

Although new trains and a new maintenance facility are fairly concrete concepts that are generally understood by everyone, train control is a bit more abstract and works behind the scenes.  Even though it’s not a visible part of the daily rider experience, it’s hard to overstate the importance of train control because it’s the brain of our operational system. Read more about our plans to modernize our train control system.

 

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