Railways have always been an integral part our country. Any sort of development in this department can directly or indirectly influence the growth in all other spheres. Of late, significant efforts are being made to improvise the existing railways system in our country. Delhi has taken a step ahead in this context and introduced automated trains, which don’t require a driver to operate it. It is all set to run these trains from 2017. The parts are being manufactured in Korea and are assembled here in India. Let’s have a closer look into this train.
How does this train run…?
The control room takes care of all the control aspects of this train. A two way communication system is established between the control room and the train. Every coach is equipped with a CCTV system, which enables the control room to live stream. Despite taking all necessary steps to keep the tracks clean, small obstacles can make their way onto the tracks. A device, which is capable of removing these minor obstructions, is attached to these trains. Front facing cameras are also attached to avert any possible damages.
What makes them special….?
Check out the special features of this train here under:
- This train doesn’t require an additional cabin for the driving crew. This creates an additional space to accommodate 60 more passengers.
- The automated mechanism enables the train to move at an enhanced speed.
- Energy consumption of the train retards by about 20% cutting down the costs incurred due to power supply.
- The coaches are designed to be as wide as 3.2m.
- Much to the relief of the internet addicts, the passengers of this train are enabled with free Wi-Fi. Moreover, this train also has enough number of mobile charging points and USB ports.
- The entire route map is digitalized and passengers can spot the train on mobile. The LCD screens support real time video streaming, videos, graphics and animations.
- The ventilation system is so designed that it promotes improved air circulation.
- An additional space is created to accommodate 12 extra passengers in each coach by placing the equipment beneath the seats.
- The interior of the train looks appealing to the eyes as the floor design is carefully chosen to be attractive.
- Unlike orthodox trains, they are truly quiet in operation. The wheels are powered with noise dampers, which make it possible for them.
Color coding:
The color coding introduced for these trains have to be given credit for an increase in its passenger capacity. The key features of this coding are detailed below:
- Each of the six coaches is equipped with these colored seats.
- The first and last coaches are completely reserved for women. These seats are indicated by pink color.
- Dark colors are used to represent reserved seats. If the color of a seat is blue, the reserved ones will be in dark blue.
These trains introduced by the Delhi Metro seems to be promising and the successful implementation of these trains will soon place Delhi among those few cities, which has driverless train system.