Mass Transit Automation and Smart Mobility

Transform your sustainable mass transit initiatives.

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Embracing Momentum and Driving Dependability

Maximizing safety and reliability in the mass transit industry

As the world continues to digitize and urbanize, there’s more focus on mass transit systems than ever before. While increased ridership and investment means new opportunities, you cannot lose track of key imperatives like safety, security, and reliability. Smart transportation systems and technologies make it possible to create a connected mass transit system, increasing visibility from ticketing to destination and automating key processes to simplify operations and maximize rider satisfaction.

Improvements in visibility and reliability can translate into safer, more reliable and satisfying experiences. We provide the services, expertise, and world-wide support to help you transform your operations and achieve these goals. Whether you work with subways, light rails, road tunnels, or people movers, we can help you modernize your automated transit systems—all while staying in compliance with evolving regulations and minimizing the risks of cyberattacks.

Deliver high-availability projects with Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation supports Mass Transit companies with end-to-end transit technology solutions to meet you where you are and help deliver results that matter. From control systems to visualization tools and networking solutions, we can support you wherever you are in your journey.

Increase Reliability

Deliver projects on time and on scope with proven technologies that already run mission critical transportation systems around the world.

Maximize Safety

Keep passengers safe with easy-to-implement hardware and solutions that meet the highest regulatory safety standards

Enhance Cybersecurity

Accelerate digital transformation and ensure a secure rider experience backed by a robust, resilient network and cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions.

Capture Opportunity with Proven Mass Transit Solutions and Services

SCADA

Maximize reliability and uptime with full visibility across your infrastructure using an intelligent, connected control system.

Tunnel Ventilation

Keep passengers and workers safe while protecting tunnel infrastructure with an automated tunnel automation and ventilation systems.

Obstacle Detection Systems (ODS) and Guided Intrusion Detection Systems (GIDS)

Improve reliability and performance by reducing chances of accidents and catching problems before they occur with advanced detection systems.

Wayside Systems

Deliver more satisfying and reliable passenger experiences with a unified station management system that eliminates single points of failure.

Network Design and Cybersecurity

Connect all your transit equipment via a unified operation center to enhance visibility and limit cybersecurity risks across the entire system.

Maintenance and Utilities

Keep transit running with intelligent maintenance facilities and utilities that help maximize uptime, efficiency, and passenger satisfaction.

Why Choose a Rockwell Automation Solution?

We are a global leader in digital transformation, automation, and control for mass transit.

50+ years of trusted industry expertise, with well-established, pre-validated solutions

Globally established and operating in 175+ countries

Expansive network of strategic partners

Respected industry thought leaders trusted by leading transit systems around the world

Industry Expertise

We have extensive experience helping customers maximize reliability, safety, and compliance through comprehensive product and services offerings

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Achieving Smart Mobility with Energy-Efficient Transportation and Automated Transit Systems

As the world becomes more digital and urbanized, there is a growing emphasis on mass transit systems. While rising ridership and investment bring new opportunities, it's crucial to maintain a focus on essential aspects such as safety, security, and reliability. Automated transportation technologies enable the creation of interconnected transit systems throughout cities leading to smart mobility.

What is Smart Mobility?

Smart mobility, or smart transportation, refers to the use of advanced technologies, automation, and data-driven solutions to enhance mass transit and transportation systems. Smart mobility includes innovations such as autonomous vehicles, automated train systems, automated light rails systems, and real-time traffic and passenger management to improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

Smart mobility aims to reduce congestion, lower emissions, and provide more convenient travel options to passengers by integrating various modes of transportation and leveraging data to optimize services. Overall, the goal of smart mobility is to develop a more connected and user-friendly transportation and mass transit experience.

What is Transit Automation?

Transit automation involves the use of advanced technology to control and manage public transportation systems. It can include automated vehicles as well as systems that manage schedules and operations. Transit automation seeks to optimize the efficiency, safety, and reliability of mass transit systems.

Technology employed in transit automation includes advanced sensors, artificial intelligence, and real-time data analytics to provide smooth, safe, and responsive transit operations. Ultimately, the primary goal of transit automation is to streamline transit services and improve the passenger experience.

Types of Automated Transit Systems

Automation can enhance everything from individual processes within the mass transit landscape to entire transportation systems. Examples of automated transit systems and technologies include:

Autonomous Transit Vehicles: Self-driving buses and light rails operate without human drivers, using sensors and AI to navigate.
Automated Train Systems: These systems run without drivers, instead relying on centralized control and automated control systems.
Automated Fare Collection: Contactless payment systems use automation for ticketing and fare processing.
Vehicle-to-everything (V2X) Communication: Fleet monitoring systems and smart city infrastructure enable vehicles to communicate with each other and other city infrastructure to optimize operations and safety.
Guideway Intrusion Detection Systems (GIDS): A safety feature used in trains, subways, and light rails to detect people and objects on the track and stop incoming trains if obstructions are present.
Tunnel Automation Systems: Data-driven systems to monitor and control tunnels, making them more efficient and safer for passengers and workers.

Benefits of Sustainable Infrastructure and Mass Transit Automation Solutions

Transit automation and smart mobility solutions provide cities and operators with a wide range of benefits. These include:

Increased Safety: Reduced human error and improved reaction times enhance overall safety for passengers and pedestrians.
Greater Efficiency: Optimized routing and scheduling lead to more reliable and frequent services, reducing wait times and travel delays.
Reduced Operational Costs: Greater efficiency and less downtime through consistent and precise operation lead to lower costs.
Environmental Benefits: Enhanced efficiency and sustainable mass transit systems contribute to lower emissions and a reduced environmental impact.
Improved Accessibility: Automated systems can offer more inclusive and convenient transportation options for people with disabilities or those in underserved areas.

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