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   Moving block  evaluated  
Traditional signalling systems are based on fixed blocks. In a moving block system trains are continuously controlled and kept at braking distance from each other. This is realized by a Radio link to the control centre. Moving block systems increase line capacity and improve traffic fluidity and thus energy efficiency. Moving block is foreseen by ETCS level 3.
Technology field: Energy efficient driving
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References / Links:  Bombardier 2001;  Dachwald et al. 2001;  Oser et al. 1997;  Pachl 2000;  Hoglate, Lawrence 1997
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 date created: 2002-10-09
 
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