Train Operation/Passenger Behaviour Simulator under Moving Block Signalling Systems

摘要

In recent years, various intelligent signalling systems such as moving block systems have been proposed and put into operation to increase transport capacity. Given the cost of replacing a signalling system it is important to be able to estimate the effectiveness of these new signalling systems. This research aimed to develop a method for simulating moving block systems. The simulation system can predict train traffic conditions and the passenger flows when the moving block system is in operation, while taking into account operational driving restrictions. The simulator was applied to an actual commuter line, to evaluate the effectiveness of the moving block system.