SIGNAL+DRAHT | Ausgabe 11/2024
New technologies are changing the operator structure
The Digitale Schiene Deutschland (DSD) program will lead to the introduction of enhanced digital and networked signalling technology into Deutsche Bahn AG’s (DB) asset portfolio in the future. The modern architecture of this generation of interlockings, together with the cross-linking of digital components, will enable the operator to break new ground in the maintenance and monitoring of these systems. These new approaches are outlined here and their background is explained in detail.