The system can include a motion planner and a vehicle controller. The system can optionally include or operate in conjunction with a remote operator platform, a remote data system (130), and/or any other suitable components. However, the system can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system can function to facilitate causal command of a vehicle based on the vehicle state. Additionally, the system can function to maintain positive train control (PTC) with the distributed command architecture.
The system can include a motion planner and a vehicle controller. The system can optionally include or operate in conjunction with a remote operator platform, a remote data system 130, and/or any other suitable components. However, the system can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system can function to facilitate causal command of a vehicle based on the vehicle state. Additionally, the system can function to maintain positive train control (PTC) with the distributed command architecture.
The method S100 can include: determining a remote operation request S110; optionally determining a priority of the remote operation request S120; providing vehicle data to a remote operator S130; responding to the remote operation request S140; and optionally training a model based on the response S150. However, the method S100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable elements. The method S100 functions to facilitate remote assistance of a vehicle operating within a rail network (e.g., operation of unmanned vehicles within restricted track regions). Additionally or alternatively, the system can function to facilitate remote validation/verification of vehicle operations and/or rail infrastructure status.
The electric vehicle can include: a payload interface, a payload suspension, a chassis, a set of bumpers, a sensor suite, a controller, a chassis suspension, and an electric powertrain. The electric vehicle 100 can optionally include a payload adapter, a power source, a cooling subsystem, and/or any other suitable components. The electric vehicle functions to structurally support a payload, such as a cargo container (e.g., intermodal container, ISO container, etc.), and/or to facilitate transportation of a payload via railway infrastructure.
B61F 5/38 - Aménagements ou dispositifs pour ajuster ou pour permettre l'auto-ajustement des roues des essieux ou des bogies dans les courbes, p. ex. essieux à jeu transversal, essieux oscillants
B61C 3/02 - Locomotives ou automotrices électriques avec accumulateurs d'électricité
B61F 3/04 - Types de bogies avec plus d'un essieu avec essieux ou roues entraînés
B61F 5/30 - Boîtes d'essieux montées mobiles sur ressorts dans le châssis des véhicules ou des bogies
B61L 27/16 - Optimisation côté voie du fonctionnement d'un véhicule ou d'un train
The system 100 can include: a railroad integration system, a motion planner, a vehicle controller, an optional user interface (UI), an optional fleet management system, and an optional track data system. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system functions to facilitate vehicle control and/or manage authority within a rail network.
The system can include: a vehicle and a remote operator platform. The system can optionally include or be used with a motion planner and a set of remote data systems. However, the system can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system can function to facilitate remote monitoring of a vehicle system(s), such as an unmanned rail vehicle, and/or positive train control (PTC) when operating under speed-restriction rules. Additionally, the system can function to facilitate remote monitoring, tele-operation, and/or exception handling across multiple vehicles/trains by a single operator. Additionally, the system can function to adjust command of a remotely monitored vehicle based on the observability of the environment and/or response capability of a remote monitor/tele-operator (e.g., based on line-of-sight, video latency, etc.).
In variants, the system can include a set of vehicles, cooperatively capable of forming a platoon. Each vehicle within the platoon can be configured to operate based on feedback from other vehicles within the platoon. In examples, a vehicle can selectively brake based on feedback from other vehicles within the platoon.
The system 100 can include: a fleet management system, a motion planner, a vehicle controller, and a track data system. The system can optionally include a user interface. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system functions to facilitate waypoint-based command, navigation, and/or control of rail vehicles within a rail network. Additionally or alternatively, the system can function to facilitate execution of the method S100 and/or sub-elements thereof.
The system can include: a vehicle and a remote operator platform. The system can optionally include or be used with a motion planner and a set of remote data systems. However, the system can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system can function to facilitate remote monitoring of a vehicle system(s), such as an unmanned rail vehicle, and/or positive train control (PTC) when operating under speed-restriction rules. Additionally, the system can function to facilitate remote monitoring, tele-operation, and/or exception handling across multiple vehicles/trains by a single operator. Additionally, the system can function to adjust command of a remotely monitored vehicle based on the observability of the environment and/or response capability of a remote monitor/tele-operator (e.g., based on line-of-sight, video latency, etc.).
The system can include: a vehicle and a remote operator platform. The system can optionally include or be used with a motion planner and a set of remote data systems. However, the system can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system can function to facilitate remote monitoring of a vehicle system(s), such as an unmanned rail vehicle, and/ or positive train control (PTC) when operating under speed-restriction rules. Additionally, the system can function to facilitate remote monitoring, tele-operation, and/or exception handling across multiple vehicles/ trains by a single operator. Additionally, the system can function to adjust command of a remotely monitored vehicle based on the observability of the environment and/or response capability of a remote monitor/ tele-operator (e.g., based on line-of-sight, video latency, etc.).
B61L 27/04 - Systèmes automatiques, p. ex. commandés par les trainsPassage à la commande manuelle
B61L 3/12 - Dispositifs le long de la voie commandant des dispositifs sur le véhicule ou sur le train, p. ex. pour relâcher les freins ou pour manœuvrer un signal avertisseur à des endroits choisis le long de la voie, p. ex. à commande intermittente à commande électrique utilisant une induction magnétique ou électrostatiqueDispositifs le long de la voie commandant des dispositifs sur le véhicule ou sur le train, p. ex. pour relâcher les freins ou pour manœuvrer un signal avertisseur à des endroits choisis le long de la voie, p. ex. à commande intermittente à commande électrique utilisant des ondes radio
B61L 27/20 - Commande côté voie de la sécurité du déplacement d'un véhicule ou d'un train , p. ex. calcul des courbes de freinage
B61L 27/30 - Systèmes de commande multiples côté voie, p. ex. commutation d'un système à un autre
The system can include: a motion planner and a switch management system. The system can optionally include or operate in conjunction with a vehicle controller, a user interface (UI), and a track data system. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system functions to facilitate vehicle control and/or manage authority, in the form of exclusive track reservations, within a rail network. Additionally or alternatively, the system can function to manage switch positions (and/or operation based on switch positions) within a rail network.
B61L 11/08 - Manœuvre des aiguillages à partir du véhicule ou par le passage du véhicule utilisant l'action réciproque électrique ou magnétique entre véhicule et voie
The system can include: a motion planner and a switch management system. The system can optionally include or operate in conjunction with a vehicle controller, a user interface (UI), and a track data system. However, the system (100) can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system functions to facilitate vehicle control and/or manage authority, in the form of exclusive track reservations, within a rail network. Additionally or alternatively, the system can function to manage switch positions (and/or operation based on switch positions) within a rail network.
B61L 27/04 - Systèmes automatiques, p. ex. commandés par les trainsPassage à la commande manuelle
B61L 27/16 - Optimisation côté voie du fonctionnement d'un véhicule ou d'un train
G06Q 10/0631 - Planification, affectation, distribution ou ordonnancement de ressources d’entreprises ou d’organisations
B61L 15/00 - Indicateurs de signalisation sur le véhicule ou sur le train
B61L 23/16 - Circuits de voie spécialement adaptés pour protéger des sections de la voie
B61L 23/22 - Dispositifs de commande, d'avertissement ou autres dispositifs de sécurité le long de la voie ou entre les véhicules ou les trains pour commander le trafic dans les deux directions sur la même paire de rails
B61L 25/02 - Indication ou enregistrement de la position ou de l'identité de véhicules ou de trains
The system can include: a motion planner and a switch management system. The system can optionally include or operate in conjunction with a vehicle controller, a user interface (UI), and a track data system. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system functions to facilitate vehicle control and/or manage authority, in the form of exclusive track reservations, within a rail network. Additionally or alternatively, the system can function to manage switch positions (and/or operation based on switch positions) within a rail network.
B61L 11/08 - Manœuvre des aiguillages à partir du véhicule ou par le passage du véhicule utilisant l'action réciproque électrique ou magnétique entre véhicule et voie
The system 100 can include: a railroad integration system, a motion planner, a vehicle controller, an optional user interface (UI), an optional fleet management system, and an optional track data system. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system functions to facilitate vehicle control and/or manage authority within a rail network.
The method S100 can include: determining a remote operation request Silo; optionally determining a priority of the remote operation request S120; providing vehicle data to a remote operator S130; responding to the remote operation request S140; and optionally training a model based on the response S150. However, the method S100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable elements. The method S100 functions to facilitate remote assistance of a vehicle operating within a rail network (e.g., operation of unmanned vehicles within restricted track regions). Additionally or alternatively, the system can function to facilitate remote validation/verification of vehicle operations and/or rail infrastructure status.
A Rail Drone can include: a payload interface, a drivetrain, and a rail platform 515. The Rail Drone can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The Rail Drone can integrate a standardized payload interface and an autonomous electric road vehicle platform into a rolling stock architecture. The Rail Drone can be a stand-alone, payload-agnostic, motive element which can be independently or cooperatively capable of carrying heavy loads across long distances at various cruising speeds.
In variants, the system can include a set of vehicles, cooperatively capable of forming a platoon. Each vehicle within the platoon can be configured to operate based on feedback from other vehicles within the platoon. In examples, a vehicle can selectively brake based on feedback from other vehicles within the platoon.
The system 100 can include: a fleet management system, a motion planner, a vehicle controller, and a track data system. The system can optionally include a user interface. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system functions to facilitate waypoint-based command, navigation, and/or control of rail vehicles within a rail network. Additionally or alternatively, the system can function to facilitate execution of the method S100 and/or sub-elements thereof.
The method S100 can include: determining a remote operation request S110; optionally determining a priority of the remote operation request S120; providing vehicle data to a remote operator S130; responding to the remote operation request S140; and optionally training a model based on the response S150. However, the method S100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable elements. The method S100 functions to facilitate remote assistance of a vehicle operating within a rail network (e.g., operation of unmanned vehicles within restricted track regions). Additionally or alternatively, the system can function to facilitate remote validation/verification of vehicle operations and/or rail infrastructure status.
The method S100 can include: determining a remote operation request S110; optionally determining a priority of the remote operation request S120; providing vehicle data to a remote operator S130; responding to the remote operation request S140; and optionally training a model based on the response S150. However, the method S100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable elements. The method S100 functions to facilitate remote assistance of a vehicle operating within a rail network (e.g., operation of unmanned vehicles within restricted track regions). Additionally or alternatively, the system can function to facilitate remote validation/verification of vehicle operations and/or rail infrastructure status.
The system (100) can include: a fleet management system, a motion planner, a vehicle controller, and a track data system. The system can optionally include a user interface. However, the system (100) can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system functions to facilitate waypoint-based command, navigation, and/or control of rail vehicles within a rail network. Additionally or alternatively, the system can function to facilitate execution of the method S100 and/or sub-elements thereof.
B61L 27/04 - Systèmes automatiques, p. ex. commandés par les trainsPassage à la commande manuelle
B61L 3/16 - Commande continuelle le long de la voie
B61L 23/14 - Dispositifs de commande, d'avertissement ou autres dispositifs de sécurité le long de la voie ou entre les véhicules ou les trains pour commander le trafic dans une direction uniquement à commande automatique
The system 100 can include: a fleet management system, a motion planner, a vehicle controller, and a track data system. The system can optionally include a user interface. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system functions to facilitate waypoint-based command, navigation, and/or control of rail vehicles within a rail network. Additionally or alternatively, the system can function to facilitate execution of the method S100 and/or sub-elements thereof.
B60W 50/04 - Détails des systèmes d'aide à la conduite des véhicules routiers qui ne sont pas liés à la commande d'un sous-ensemble particulier pour surveiller le fonctionnement du système d'aide à la conduite
B60W 60/00 - Systèmes d’aide à la conduite spécialement adaptés aux véhicules routiers autonomes
B61L 27/04 - Systèmes automatiques, p. ex. commandés par les trainsPassage à la commande manuelle
B61L 27/16 - Optimisation côté voie du fonctionnement d'un véhicule ou d'un train
G05D 1/02 - Commande de la position ou du cap par référence à un système à deux dimensions
The system 100 can include: a railroad integration system, a motion planner, a vehicle controller, an optional user interface (UI), an optional fleet management system, and an optional track data system. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system functions to facilitate vehicle control and/or manage authority within a rail network.
B61L 27/04 - Systèmes automatiques, p. ex. commandés par les trainsPassage à la commande manuelle
B60W 60/00 - Systèmes d’aide à la conduite spécialement adaptés aux véhicules routiers autonomes
B61B 1/00 - Aménagement général des gares, des quais ou des voies de garageRéseau des voies ferréesSystèmes de triage des véhicules ferroviaires
B61L 27/16 - Optimisation côté voie du fonctionnement d'un véhicule ou d'un train
B60W 50/04 - Détails des systèmes d'aide à la conduite des véhicules routiers qui ne sont pas liés à la commande d'un sous-ensemble particulier pour surveiller le fonctionnement du système d'aide à la conduite
G05D 1/02 - Commande de la position ou du cap par référence à un système à deux dimensions
The system 100 can include: a railroad integration system, a motion planner, a vehicle controller, an optional user interface (UI), an optional fleet management system, and an optional track data system. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system functions to facilitate vehicle control and/or manage authority within a rail network.
The electric vehicle can include: a payload interface, a payload suspension, a chassis, a set of bumpers, a sensor suite, a controller, a chassis suspension, and an electric powertrain. The electric vehicle 100 can optionally include a payload adapter, a power source, a cooling subsystem, and/or any other suitable components. The electric vehicle functions to structurally support a payload, such as a cargo container (e.g., intermodal container, ISO container, etc.), and/or to facilitate transportation of a payload via railway infrastructure.
B61F 5/38 - Aménagements ou dispositifs pour ajuster ou pour permettre l'auto-ajustement des roues des essieux ou des bogies dans les courbes, p. ex. essieux à jeu transversal, essieux oscillants
B61C 3/02 - Locomotives ou automotrices électriques avec accumulateurs d'électricité
B61F 3/04 - Types de bogies avec plus d'un essieu avec essieux ou roues entraînés
B61F 5/30 - Boîtes d'essieux montées mobiles sur ressorts dans le châssis des véhicules ou des bogies
B61L 27/16 - Optimisation côté voie du fonctionnement d'un véhicule ou d'un train
The system can include a dispatcher and a plurality of cars. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system 100 functions to enable platooning of the plurality of cars (e.g., by way of the method S100).
The system can include a dispatcher and a plurality of cars. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system 100 functions to enable platooning of the plurality of cars (e.g., by way of the method S100).
The electric vehicle can include: a payload interface, a payload suspension, a chassis, a set of bumpers, a sensor suite, a controller, a chassis suspension, and an electric powertrain. The electric vehicle 100 can optionally include a payload adapter, a power source, a cooling subsystem, and/or any other suitable components. The electric vehicle functions to structurally support a payload, such as a cargo container (e.g., intermodal container, ISO container, etc.), and/or to facilitate transportation of a payload via railway infrastructure.
B61F 5/38 - Aménagements ou dispositifs pour ajuster ou pour permettre l'auto-ajustement des roues des essieux ou des bogies dans les courbes, p. ex. essieux à jeu transversal, essieux oscillants
B61C 3/02 - Locomotives ou automotrices électriques avec accumulateurs d'électricité
B61F 5/30 - Boîtes d'essieux montées mobiles sur ressorts dans le châssis des véhicules ou des bogies
B61F 3/04 - Types de bogies avec plus d'un essieu avec essieux ou roues entraînés
B61L 27/16 - Optimisation côté voie du fonctionnement d'un véhicule ou d'un train
The method can include: creating a platoon; maintaining a platoon; responding to a platoon event; and separating a platoon. However, the method can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable elements. The method functions to facilitate cooperative transportation (platooning) of a plurality of payloads by way of the cars.
The electric vehicle can include: a payload interface, a payload suspension, a chassis, a set of bumpers, a sensor suite, a controller, a chassis suspension, and an electric powertrain. The electric vehicle 100 can optionally include a payload adapter, a power source, a cooling subsystem, and/or any other suitable components. The electric vehicle functions to structurally support a payload, such as a cargo container (e.g., intermodal container, ISO container, etc.), and/or to facilitate transportation of a payload via railway infrastructure.
B61F 5/38 - Aménagements ou dispositifs pour ajuster ou pour permettre l'auto-ajustement des roues des essieux ou des bogies dans les courbes, p. ex. essieux à jeu transversal, essieux oscillants
B61C 3/02 - Locomotives ou automotrices électriques avec accumulateurs d'électricité
B61F 5/30 - Boîtes d'essieux montées mobiles sur ressorts dans le châssis des véhicules ou des bogies
B61F 3/04 - Types de bogies avec plus d'un essieu avec essieux ou roues entraînés
B61L 27/16 - Optimisation côté voie du fonctionnement d'un véhicule ou d'un train
The method can include: creating a platoon; maintaining a platoon; responding to a platoon event; and separating a platoon. However, the method can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable elements. The method functions to facilitate cooperative transportation (platooning) of a plurality of payloads by way of the cars.
The system can include a dispatcher and a plurality of cars. However, the system 100 can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The system 100 functions to enable platooning of the plurality of cars (e.g., by way of the method S100).
B61L 3/12 - Dispositifs le long de la voie commandant des dispositifs sur le véhicule ou sur le train, p. ex. pour relâcher les freins ou pour manœuvrer un signal avertisseur à des endroits choisis le long de la voie, p. ex. à commande intermittente à commande électrique utilisant une induction magnétique ou électrostatiqueDispositifs le long de la voie commandant des dispositifs sur le véhicule ou sur le train, p. ex. pour relâcher les freins ou pour manœuvrer un signal avertisseur à des endroits choisis le long de la voie, p. ex. à commande intermittente à commande électrique utilisant des ondes radio
B61L 27/04 - Systèmes automatiques, p. ex. commandés par les trainsPassage à la commande manuelle
B61L 27/16 - Optimisation côté voie du fonctionnement d'un véhicule ou d'un train
The electric vehicle can include: a payload interface, a payload suspension, a chassis, a set of bumpers, a sensor suite, a controller, a chassis suspension, and an electric powertrain. The electric vehicle 100 can optionally include a payload adapter, a power source, a cooling subsystem, and/or any other suitable components. The electric vehicle functions to structurally support a payload, such as a cargo container (e.g., intermodal container, ISO container, etc.), and/or to facilitate transportation of a payload via railway infrastructure.
The electric vehicle can include: a payload interface, a payload suspension, a chassis, a set of bumpers, a sensor suite, a controller, a chassis suspension, and an electric powertrain. The electric vehicle 100 can optionally include a payload adapter, a power source, a cooling subsystem, and/or any other suitable components. The electric vehicle functions to structurally support a payload, such as a cargo container (e.g., intermodal container, ISO container, etc.), and/or to facilitate transportation of a payload via railway infrastructure.
B61F 5/38 - Aménagements ou dispositifs pour ajuster ou pour permettre l'auto-ajustement des roues des essieux ou des bogies dans les courbes, p. ex. essieux à jeu transversal, essieux oscillants
B61C 3/02 - Locomotives ou automotrices électriques avec accumulateurs d'électricité
B61F 5/30 - Boîtes d'essieux montées mobiles sur ressorts dans le châssis des véhicules ou des bogies
B61F 3/04 - Types de bogies avec plus d'un essieu avec essieux ou roues entraînés
B61L 27/16 - Optimisation côté voie du fonctionnement d'un véhicule ou d'un train
The electric vehicle can include: a payload interface, a payload suspension, a chassis, a set of bumpers, a sensor suite, a controller, a chassis suspension, and an electric powertrain. The electric vehicle 100 can optionally include a payload adapter, a power source, a cooling subsystem, and/or any other suitable components. The electric vehicle functions to structurally support a payload, such as a cargo container (e.g., intermodal container, ISO container, etc.), and/or to facilitate transportation of a payload via railway infrastructure.
A Rail Drone can include: a payload interface, a drivetrain, and a rail platform 515. The Rail Drone can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The Rail Drone can integrate a standardized payload interface and an autonomous electric road vehicle platform into a rolling stock architecture. The Rail Drone can be a stand-alone, payload-agnostic, motive element which can be independently or cooperatively capable of carrying heavy loads across long distances at various cruising speeds.
A Rail Drone can include: a payload interface, a drivetrain, and a rail platform(515). The Rail Drone can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The Rail Drone can integrate a standardized payload interface and an autonomous electric road vehicle platform into a rolling stock architecture. The Rail Drone can be a stand-alone, payload-agnostic, motive element which can be independently or cooperatively capable of carrying heavy loads across long distances at various cruising speeds.
A Rail Drone can include: a payload interface, a drivetrain, and a rail platform 515. The Rail Drone can additionally or alternatively include any other suitable set of components. The Rail Drone can integrate a standardized payload interface and an autonomous electric road vehicle platform into a rolling stock architecture. The Rail Drone can be a stand-alone, payload-agnostic, motive element which can be independently or cooperatively capable of carrying heavy loads across long distances at various cruising speeds.
