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Technical innovations
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Digitalisation and automation
Networked mobility and interoperability
Predictive Maintenance
Test benches and test facilities

Digitalisation and automation
Development of digital infrastructure concepts to optimise operating processes
Automated predictive maintenance mechanisms for track systems, switches and signalling systems
Integration of IoT sensors and data analytics to collect and analyse operational data in real time
Digital twins for simulation and testing purposes, for risk analysis and optimisation of operating processes
Optimisation of ETCS operations through automation of control processes and integration of new technologies
Research and pilot projects for innovative technologies such as autonomous driving and automated train control
Cyber security concepts for digitalised railway infrastructure to ensure operational safety

Networked mobility and interoperability
Development of interoperable interfaces for the seamless integration of PZB, LZB and ETCS systems
Interoperability between different manufacturer systems (Thales, Hitachi, Siemens, Alstom)
Consultancy and support for EU directives on interoperability (TSI, TEN-T) and compliance in projects
Development and testing of networked mobility solutions to support driverless train control systems and their integration into existing systems
Development and modernisation of digital inter-lockings to optimise train control / signalling technology
Development work in the field of digital railway infrastructure (intelligent sensor technology, IoT, ...)
Advice on modern traffic management systems and support for digitalisation strategies in rail technology

Predictive Maintenance
New maintenance strategies like condition-based maintenance (CBM) and predictive maintenance (PdM)
Installation of sensors for continuous recording of status parameters, integration of IoT technologies
Use of predictive algorithms to determine the optimum maintenance time before a failure occurs
Adaptation / optimisation of maintenance plans based on the forecasts to increase efficiency / reduce costs
Implementation of tools for automated fault diagnosis and generation of maintenance recommendations
Compatibility and interoperability: Ensuring the seamless integration of predictive maintenance solutions into existing maintenance systems and processes
Ensuring the security and integrity of collected data through robust security protocols / encryption techniques

Test benches and test facilities
Analysing and improving existing testing strategies to increase efficiency and accuracy
Development of modular and customisable test benches and HIL systems (e.g. LabVIEW-based)
Ensuring the compatibility and integration of new test benches into existing test strategies and processes
Development of user-friendly software solutions for controlling and monitoring the test benches
Carrying out functional tests and calibrations to ensure the operational readiness of the test equipment
Provision of training programmes to train test personnel in the use of the test benches
Carrying out regular maintenance work to ensure the long-term performance and reliability of the test benches