MBTA – Heavy Rail ACSES II Positive Train Control

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MBTA – Heavy Rail ACSES II Positive Train Control

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Scope:

  • Provided and Installed an Integrated ACSES II‐based Positive Train Control System
    • Compliant with 49 CFR 236
    • 80 Diesel Road Locomotives
    • 4 Switcher Locomotives
    • 86 Cab Control Coaches
    • 324 Trailer Coaches
  • Principal Elements
    • PTC System Components
    • Onboard Computer
    • Scanner Antenna System
    • Mobile Communication Package (Data Radio Communications System)
    • Speed Sensor
    • Operator Display
    • Brake Interface System
    • Electrical Systems
  • Design
    • Form, fit and function of the ACSES equipment, MCP, cabling and interconnections
    • Bill of Materials, Connectivity and Documentation
    • Final Design Drawings
  • Supply Chain
    • Product Procurement
    • Inspection, Test, Configuration
    • Kitting and Shipping to S. Korea
  • Install
    • Install Documentation
    • Full Installation on 400+ vehicles (5 vehicle types)
  • Testing
    • Qualification Testing
    • Install Testing (Static & Dynamic)
    • Radio Testing (Bench, MCP Radio Antenna, Onboard Comms)
  • Software
    • Software Upgrades
    • Troubleshooting
  • Maintenance Support
    • Onsite Boston Field Support