Thales’ latest product innovations will transform journeys in and around cities
Summary
New train functionalities can be difficult and sometimes impossible to add without starting from scratch; SelTrac™ G8 is designed to solve these problems with its new platforms and architecture, allowing customers to benefit from lifelong upgrades. G8 supports traditional unlicensed bands such as 2.4 or 5.9 gigahertz, public or private LTE (Long Term Evolution) networks and future systems based on 5G or other emerging technologies. “Cybersecurity is always top of mind.” David Dimmer explained “Threats are evolving and Customers require rapid access to cybersecurity services, including full security audits so that they know that their operations are always fully protected.” The ability to transmit more data with reduced latency is not only vital to ensure that there is regular communication between the signalling system and trains, but where the bandwidth permits, additional capacity can be used for diagnostics, passenger information and security video. The modular and digital architecture of G8 means this is possible, rather than being locked in for a decade or more until a full system upgrade, with the costly replacement of hardware, is required.” Another aspect of SelTrac™ G8 is the introduction of ‘Next Generation Positioning’ technology, the first step on the path to train autonomy. “G8 continues with the SelTrac™ legacy of providing network performance and low life cycle costs of systems that span up to 30 years.” said Product Strategy Director David Dimmer.