Control and Monitoring Systems in Transportation

Control and Monitoring Systems

• Automatic management of mainline traffic ensures smooth flow without manual intervention.
• Yard movement monitoring includes train washing and wheel truing processes.
• Station activities and vehicle performance are continuously supervised.

Communications Infrastructure

• Equipment enables communication with train drivers, track maintenance crews, and operational staff.
• Public address systems and emergency communication protocols are established for safety.
• Control of traction power substations and motor-operated switches is integrated into the system.

Signaling and Train Control System

• Automatic Train Control System (ATC) enhances passenger service safety, reliability, and operational flexibility.
• Sub-systems include:
  • Automatic Train Protection (ATP): Enforces safety principles to protect train movements.
  • Automatic Train Operation (ATO): Manages automatic driving to optimize operational performance.
  • Automatic Train Supervision (ATS): Oversees overall train service according to operational strategies.

Depot Facilities

• Depot located in Santolan Pasig, encompasses 10.1 hectares with a 227m long access track.
• Functions include train stabling, storage, light/heavy maintenance, daily inspections, and cleaning services.
• Complex features offices, Operations Control Center (OCC), maintenance areas, and equipment repair facilities.

Rectifier Substations (RSS)

• Six RSS locations along the route:
  • Recto, Pureza, J. Ruiz, Midway between Betty-Go Belmonte and Cubao, Midway between Anonas and Katipunan, and Santolan depot site.
• These substations convert utility power supplied by MERALCO.

Overhead Contact System (OCS)

• OCS comprises tramway systems and full catenary systems, providing power to trains via contact with pantographs.
• Majority of poles are situated between tracks with identifiable number plates for location reference.

Train Fleet Specifications

• Initial fleet of 18 sets of Heavy Metro type cars, each 22.5 meters long, forming 4-car sets totaling 92.6 meters.
• Trains designed for 80 kph maximum speed and 40 kph average speed with a capacity of 1628 passengers.

Train Operations and Safety

• Automatic Train Operation (ATO) permits manual operation if necessary, augmented by ATP for safety.
• Driver’s cab is equipped with:
  • On-Board ATP Panel to monitor speed and headway.
  • Communication system for interaction between drivers and the OCC, public addressing to passengers.
• Train Monitoring System (TMS) provides essential operational data regarding speed, power, and door conditions.

Operations Control Center (OCC)

• Centralized management of all mainline and yard operations under the OCC Duty Manager's authority.
• OCC located on the second floor of the maintenance building, ensuring adherence to established operational procedures and timetables.