Imagine a train that never loses its internet connection, even when moving from a city's 5G tower to a remote area where only satellites work. It's like your phone switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data without dropping a call, but for a massive train. This ensures the computer driving the train always has the data it needs to stay safe and on time.
Railway systems struggle with connectivity gaps when switching between different network types, which hinders the move toward full automation and intelligent traffic management.
A proof-of-concept solution for seamless handover between 5G, Satellite, and GSM-R, including a laboratory testing platform and an Edge computing architecture.
If you are a national railway manager dealing with signal drops in remote areas — this project developed a seamless handover between 5G, Satellite, and GSM-R that ensures continuous connectivity for automated trains. This allows for more flexible and intelligent traffic management.
If you are a satellite provider dealing with low adoption in the transport sector — this project developed a way to integrate GOVSATCOM into railway critical applications. This opens a new market for satellite data services in the rail domain.
If you are an autonomous vehicle maker dealing with connectivity gaps during high-speed transit — this project developed a hybrid terrestrial and satellite communication solution. This helps shift control functions from human drivers to computers more reliably.
Based on available project data, specific pricing or cost structures are not provided.
The project aims to provide a proof of concept using a laboratory testing platform to minimize time and effort for the next generation of wireless communications across all railway segments.
Based on available project data, there is no specific information regarding IP ownership or licensing terms.
The solution is designed to work as a hybrid, allowing seamless handover between 5G terrestrial networks, Satellite links, and existing GSM-R communication systems.
The project period runs from 2024-03-01 to 2026-08-31, focusing on development and proof of concept during these 30 months.
The consortium is heavily industry-driven with a 44% industry ratio, featuring 4 industrial partners, 2 universities, and 2 research centers. Led by SNCF RESEAU, the group includes major players like Hitachi and Railenium, indicating a strong focus on practical application and industrial validation rather than pure academic research.
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