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Abstract for presentation (Poster or Podium) with a Paper in the Conference Proceedings

Rail Transport

Challenges in Implementing Emerging Technologies to Existing Rail Transit Infrastructure

Sunday, June 16, 2024
3:00 PM - 4:15 PM ET
Room: Galleria
Abstract:

The implementation of emerging technologies is shaping the future across various aspects of society. Engineers face significant challenges in implementing these technologies to improve existing infrastructure systems as well as associated services. A key component for engineers is the continuous innovation and upgrading of aging infrastructures like water sewage, electric power, transportation, and communication systems, while considering both current and future technology landscapes. Introduction of enhanced database-integrated information, Internet of Things (IoT), digitization, and Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology are a few examples. Amidst current design practices adhering to codes, regulations and standards, engineers encounter difficulties in fully integrating these emerging technologies.  

 

This article explores the realm of future technologies and the complexities associated with improving rail transit infrastructure systems. This article further extends introduction and challenges of implementing Autonomous Intelligence (A.I.), machine learning, and communications-based train control (CBTC) in rail transit environment. This article also discusses the value engineering analysis which may sometimes necessitate a complete overhaul or replacement of intended improvement.

Learning Objectives:

Attendees can expect to learn the following from this session:
  • define type of rail transit infrastructure.
  • define areas of emerging technologies in rail transit environment.
  • describe the main challenge in implementing new technology.