Re: [NZ] T3 - Technology Test Train

["Ted Gay" <tedgay@bigpond.com>]

"Michael McDonald" <michael.and.colleen.mcdonald@xtra.co.nz> wrote in
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> Just received the February issue of "Rails".  The lead article is about
> upgrades to the loco fleet and testing of new train control systems.  The
> train control envisages in-cab display and monitoring, including automatic
> braking of the train when specified limits (speed or location) are
exceeded.
> Reading between the lines, the system would probably be installed in TWC
> territory first.  Very interesting reading which confirms my thoughts on
the
> direction train control should be heading.  Would be interested to hear
how
> it compares with trials being run in Australia, and by QR in particular.
>
> Cheers
> Michael
>
>
Sounds like the system already used on Sydney trams.

Ted