Škoda introduces its solutions for reducing repair costs

Škoda Group has presented its autonomous technology as the optimal solution for public transport providers to mitigate the rising repair costs incurred due to vehicle collisions, all while ensuring safety both inside and around the vehicles, as reported by the railway portal Railway Supply.

Škoda Group has offered solutions that empower transport companies to elevate their services through integration.

These solutions include automated train operations and collision prevention systems, for instance.

The Group unveiled its digital systems at a press conference during the Trako 2023 railway exhibition in Gdańsk, Poland.

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Train operators are exploring ways to optimize energy consumption in extensive rail networks.

Škoda Group’s ATO (Automatic Train Operation) system manages trains automatically. It automates driver tasks and trip planning in accordance with schedules and energy efficiency.

The system can respond to real-time conditions on the route, thereby minimizing energy losses. However, a driver’s presence is still needed to address unforeseen events.

On the other hand, urban transport companies grapple with high repair costs for damaged vehicles following collisions.

These issues arise not only during transportation but also within depots. Minimizing collision consequences is the goal of the Collision Avoidance System (ACS).

Škoda Group employs a combination of LiDAR technology, cameras, precise localization using HD maps, and odometry.

This setup allows the system to create a virtual tunnel in which the vehicle can detect obstacles, provide early warnings, and initiate emergency braking.

By implementing ACS in their vehicles, suppliers can significantly reduce expenses associated with accident aftermath and decrease the number of severe injuries.

Škoda Group offers not only groundbreaking solutions but also a vision where autonomous technologies play a crucial role in public transport.

The group’s latest project builds upon existing digital systems and integrates them into a comprehensive smart depot ecosystem.

The equation is simple: increased efficiency and enhanced safety equal cost savings, happier passengers, and a cleaner environment!

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