L&T Technology Services (LTTS), an engineering and R&D services company based in India, has come up with a groundbreaking innovation to improve railway safety and efficiency. The company has developed an innovative on-board system for the inspection of railway tracks using artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. TrackEiHe introduced the .
TrackEi combines high-resolution cameras, precise laser sensors and the powerful NVIDIA Jetson edge computing platform to enable real-time inspection of railway lines at speeds exceeding 100 km/h. This enables the immediate detection of potential defects on the rails, preventing possible accidents and optimizing maintenance processes.
Real-Time Data Processing and Reliable Control
One of TrackEi’s most important features is its ability to detect rail defects with high accuracy without being overly dependent on cloud connectivity. The system provides fast and reliable results by instantly analyzing inspection data thanks to its built-in powerful processor. This feature is a great advantage, especially in mobile inspections and in remote areas where connection problems may occur.
Successful Testing and Certification Process in North America
TrackEi has made significant strides in its development. Following successful field trials on world-class rail lines in North America, the system is now undergoing final certification testing at the prestigious MxV Rail headquarters in Pueblo, Colorado, under the supervision of the Association of American Railroads (AAR). These tests will confirm that TrackEi performs reliably and accurately in challenging rail conditions.
Key Features of the TrackEi Platform
The TrackEi platform is equipped with a number of advanced features that will revolutionize railway track diagnostic processes:
- Embedded Computer Vision and Neural Networks: The system uses advanced computer vision technologies and deep learning-based neural networks that continuously learn from real-world infrastructure data, enabling it to detect different types of rail defects with increasing accuracy over time.
- Powerful NVIDIA Jetson Platform: The NVIDIA Jetson edge computing platform used in the system provides high-speed image processing capabilities. This allows factors such as changing lighting conditions and weather conditions during inspections to be effectively compensated for and accurate results to be achieved.
- Versatile Installation: The TrackEi system can be easily integrated into locomotives, multiple unit trains (DMU/EMU) and special rail inspection vehicles. This flexibility enables different railway operators to meet their various inspection needs.
How TrackEi is Transforming Rail Tracking
LTTS emphasizes that the TrackEi application opens a new era in the digitalization of railways and will make significant contributions to the creation of a safer transport infrastructure. Railway companies using TrackEi will be able to significantly reduce the risk of accidents by detecting rail cracks, rail geometry problems and other potential defects at an early stage. Thanks to early detection, maintenance costs will also be optimized and the overall efficiency of the railway network will be increased.
This innovative system was developed thanks to a strategic partnership with NVIDIA. It aims to set a new standard in railway control by integrating cutting-edge AI algorithms into every stage of the data processing process. With the widespread use of TrackEi, railway transport is expected to become safer, more efficient and more sustainable.
