Railway Signalling and Interlocking

European Train Control System (ETCS) is now a well-established standard manufactured by multiple suppliers and installed widely on trains and tracks in Europe and around the world. High level information about ETCS is readily available in magazine articles and websites, and the detailed specifications are also publicly available from the European Agency for Railways (ERA). Our aim with this book is to fill the gap between these, explaining the background and technical detail in a manner that will be understandable to an engineer who is new to ETCS.The main topics of the book are: Introduction to ETCS, its history, stakeholders, governance, benefits Concepts and functionality, including levels, modes, operational scenarios Constituents and interfaces, on the track and on the train Deployment in projects, testing, certification, training and entry into serviceReaders of this book will include:Students and early career professionals, including those studying for qualifications such as the IRSE Advanced Diploma in Railway Control Engineering and the Certificate in Railway Control Engineering FundamentalsSignal engineers encountering ETCS is a project for the first timeEngineers working in specific ETCS roles who need a wider understanding of the systemRailway operations staff involved with changes to operational rules and training for the deployment of ETCSRailway managers and consultants interested in the opportunities and challenges that ETCS can bring to their strategies for railway development or renewalsThis book has been prepared by a working group of the Institution of Railway Signal Engineering (IRSE) drawing on experience from a wide range of engineers who have worked for railways and suppliers as the system has been developed. The IRSE is the professional institution for all those engaged in railway signalling and telecommunications, train control, traffic management and allied professionals, with 5,000 members around the world. Railway signalling is responsible for managing the safe flow of train traffic, and modern systems are based on digital track to train communications. Implementing this technology on the complex European railway network has required the development of a standard interoperable solution that is applicable to all types of railway traffic and allows trains to operate across national borders.Bonus for free: The e-book-PDF of this book is available upon registration. Users of devices with a PDF reader will have electronic access to all content through a search function.

Preorder now and save EUR 9,-! Price after publication: EUR 98,-International CompendiumThe 4th edition of this standard work on Railway Signalling and Interlocking provides the current state of the art. Compared to the previous version, almost all chapters have been updated to reflect new developments. And for the first time, an own chapter about cybersecurity in railway signalling has been added, a topic which becomes more and more important nowadays. Altogether, the book contains the following principal topics:safetyrailway operation processes  interlocking principles train and obstacle detection, points and signals interlocking and line block systems remote control and operation technology, as well as the organisation of operational control centres safety and control of shunting and marshalling level crossings hazard alert systems product and solution security for railway operationsThe book combines the knowledge and experience of more than 20 international experts from universities, railway services and the industry. It offers basic knowledge and practical help for railway signalling technicians, operators and manufacturers, as well as for students, lecturers and scientists at universities. It is also a useful source of reference for everyday work. Bonus for free: The e-book-PDF of this book is available upon registration. Users of devices with a PDF reader will have electronic access to all content through a search function.

Development · Status quo · Forecast ERTMS development began in 1989 in the context of plans for a European high-speed railway network. Now in its 20th year there are no more doubts about the key role of ERTMS in the revitalisation of the European railways. This new standard work provides an introduction to ERTMS and an overview of the current status, including the consolidation which will follow the formal adoption of new guidelines for the ETCS and GSM-R specifications. This compendium offers a complete guide to the complex ERTMS concept, giving an overview on all relevant sub-projects. Its aim is to assist the work of all parties and people engaged in the wider roll-out of ERTMS for the benefit of safe, efficient and sustainable rail transport.