Method for securing a level crossing, and stationary control device for a train control system
US11124213B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 1, 2017 |
| Grant date | Sep 21, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB61L2027/202
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for securing a level crossing permits timely securing of the level crossing and is particularly effective and reliable. The method proceeds in such a way that vehicle data are received from a track-bound vehicle approaching the level crossing by a stationary control device of a train control system. The vehicle data include at least the current position and the current speed of the track-bound vehicle. A strike-in point is determined on the basis of the received vehicle data and route data including at least the location of the level crossing. Securing of the level crossing is triggered when the strike-in point is reached. A stationary control device for a train control system and an arrangement having such a stationary control device are also provided.
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