Railroad Signaling Explained: How A Signal System Works at a Control Point
Another of the Forbidden Videos. This is the first in a series of how different parts of the signal system work and what they do. These videos were shot over the course of about a year and in many different places so bear with me on the scenery changes! Also, this is different than the piece I did on what railroad signals mean but I will link that video here.
This first one will deal with how a Control Point works. Control Points are locations controlled remotely by a dispatcher and are the vital points in keeping trains running safely and efficiently in both directions.
I will not get into the minutia of code descriptions, nomenclatures, circuitry descriptions or circuit plans. Just the basic functions of control and support equipment.
So, join me for a primer on railroad signalling at a control point!
Follow these links to more signal system videos!
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what signals mean Part 2
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Decoding Railroad Jargon
I've gotten a lot of questions about this so... here's an attempt at explaining what I know about railroad radio jargon, just a few examples.
Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures
Highway agencies typically rely on complaints or manual data collection to identify the need for signal retiming projects and their outcomes. These projects are typically scheduled on a 3- to 5-year cycle, at a cost of approximately $4,500 per intersection. The costs and effort associated with collecting performance data translates into congestion, reduced safety, and increased delays for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists.
That's where automated traffic signal performance measures come in. They will revolutionize the management of traffic signals by providing the high-resolution data needed to actively manage performance. High-quality service can be delivered to customers with significant cost savings to agency maintenance and operations. A number of implementation options are available, ranging from a low-cost, open-source code framework to a fully integrated traffic signal system.
This breakout session on Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPMs) was recorded at the Federal Highway Administration’s Every Day Counts (EDC) Regional Summits in the fall of 2016. The Summits provided transportation professionals the opportunity to learn about the 11 innovations promoted through EDC-4, exchange ideas with their agency and industry counterparts in neighboring States, and provide feedback to FHWA on the support and resources needed to adopt the innovations in their own States.
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Common River Signals and River Communication | Ep. 231
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In episode 231, Zach discusses the basics of river communication via whistles and hand signals. There are a variety of signals people use on the river, so this video is to show off some of the more common river signals.
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Unlocking Life's Productivity: Transformative Essentials for a Work-Driven Lifestyle!
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Railroad Signals Explained: Part 2
Awhile back I did a video on what railroad signals mean and how they differ from highway traffic signals. I stuck with the basic automatic mainline signals and included an approach diverging route signal as information on distant diverging route signals at control points.
Well, a subscriber requested I do a follow-up piece on the signals at control points, so I did! It took awhile (which I'll explain in the video) but I finally got it all done.
This video will go over the various aspects and indications of manual signals at control points.
So, join me for part two of What Railroad Signals Mean!
follow this link to Part 1
follow this link to How Signals Work
follow this link to How we protect ourselves on the railroad
What's on the Wireless? Automating RF Signal Identification
Most organisations want to monitor wireless devices within their environment, but, with a growing number of disparate low cost wireless technologies appearing on the market, the scale of this task can be unmanageable.
By Michael Ossmann & Dominic Spill
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What Railroad Defect Detectors Do
This is my basic understanding of what defect detectors do. How they work. And why they're crucial to modern railroad operations.
Best Funny Pilot ATC Conversations Compilation Featuring Kennedy Steve
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This is from a question I got about different types of railroad switches. I tried to find and include as many as I could, but there are still more types out there.
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Screaming Channels: When Electromagnetic Side Channels Meet Radio Transceivers
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The final radiotelegraph transmissions from the Titanic. This recording is in all likelihood a simulation, but its exact origin is not known. It is notable for the authentic-sounding rotary spark gap tone and also for the code speed-- rather quick for a hand key! A video of the keying waveform is provided for further analysis.
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Communication Evolution [Ep38]
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07:00 Internet & Email
08:17 Cell Phones & Texting
12:45 Social Media
13:41 Closing
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Foredeck to Helm Communications (Reloaded)
This video explains how to use hand signals to communicate instructions from the foredeck to the helm. By removing some of the shouting from the boating experience, you can have more fun while amazing the dock staff.
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My Railfan Radio Setup
I get a lot of questions about my scanner. I began using commercial-grade radios back in 1999 when ebay was new and made it possible to buy used two-way equipment. Here's a video about my current mobile setup.