Communication system for use with train consist
US9132843B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 28, 2013 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 17, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB61L2201/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The disclosure is directed to a communication method for use with a train consist having a locomotive and a tender car. The communication method may include transmitting between the locomotive and the tender car operational data captured by network components located onboard at least one of the locomotive and the tender car. The method may further include selectively adjusting an operation of at least one of the locomotive and the tender car based on the data.
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