Next Generation Urban Maglev Systems: Design and Assessment of Optimized Maintenance and Repair Facilities for the Transport System Boegl

摘要

The Max Boegl Group has successfully developed and implemented a next generation urban maglev people mover system. This paper will describe the conception, development, manufacturing, and status quo of the new maintenance, repair, and operations facility of the Transport System Boegl. Compared to conventional wheel-rail automated people mover systems, the running gear of the Transport System Boegl is inlying in the guideway. This aspect results in large advantages in sound emission as well as reliability but it is a challenge for optimized operation and maintenance. Optimium access needs to be granted to the running gear, which is the centerpiece of the TSB vehicle. To minimize occupied floor space of the maintenance system, a normal moving platform was eliminated during the conception phase. The Max Boegl Group developed a new style of operation and maintenance facility allowing the vehicle to autonomously drive in. Furthermore, the new concept guarantees the independent accessibility on all different vehicle levels. The design and the maintenance processes have been were significantly improved. The paper will report about the occurring challenges the Max Boegl Group has solved during the development process and describes the final solution. Moreover, it points out the additional benefits of the new operation and maintenance system. This system is designed not alone for light and heavy maintenance of the vehicles. In addition to rerailing, connecting of cars and efficient logistic processes are further benefits of the new system. Test data that demonstrates the achieved improvements will also be included.