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Train control system and method of controlling a train or trains

US7200471B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 11, 2006
Grant dateApr 3, 2007
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Expiry dateJul 11, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB61L2205/04
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A train control system and method for ensuring that a train cannot be moved from a section of track not on a main line to a section of track on the main line until both a movement authority for the section of main line track and a circulation authority for the section of track not on the main line are received.

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