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Re: TA is obsessed with CBTC, and ''New'' tech for no reason. |
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Posted by trainsarefun on Fri Feb 29 08:24:18 2008, in response to Re: TA is obsessed with CBTC, and ''New'' tech for no reason., posted by Jeff H. on Fri Feb 29 02:21:52 2008. Very interesting post.The issue of CBTC is a complex one. Although I think the TA would have gotten a better ROI on a more conservative system such as coded track circuits, cab signals and ASC, circumstances beyond the control of just the signal department (or CPM) are mandating that something be done to improve the fixed wayside system with mechanical train stops. What are the circumstances that counseled, in NYCT's view, anyway, in favor of CBTC over the more conservative sort of system that you describe? So far as I can tell, LIRR had a failed experience with CBTC, quite a few years back, so that would be history suggesting it's a bit difficult to pull off, and why have to pull it off if there's an easier path to take, i.e., the conservative path? |
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