Railway switches and signals – Train dispatching – Spacing
Patent
1987-07-16
1989-11-28
Capossela, Ronald C.
Railway switches and signals
Train dispatching
Spacing
104307, 246 1R, 246 2F, B61L 2700
Patent
active
048832456
ABSTRACT:
A transportation system and method of operation are disclosed wherein a network of nodes, such as railway stations, are defined between which relays, such as freight trains, are operated at a selected cue frequency to thereby provide regular and predetermined service to each node within the system. The system also includes a procedure for interchanging blocks, such as freight cars, which comprise the relays upon arrival at and for departure at the respective nodes. Scheduling of operating crews for return to their respective node of origin during a normal shift period is also disclosed.
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