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Threats to Elephants from Train Collisions

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Threats to Elephants from Train Collisions

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What is the main focus of the text?

The physical characteristics of elephants

The use of sensor technologies to prevent train-elephant collisions (correct)

The history of railways

The economic impact of train-elephant collisions

Why have incidents of train-elephant collisions escalated according to the text?

Increased human population near railways

Expansion of railways through elephant habitats (correct)

Elephants seeking shelter near train tracks

Elephants being attracted to trains

What is the proposed solution in the text for preventing train-elephant collisions?

Building taller train compartments

Creating artificial barriers around tracks

Integrating sensor technologies for real-time detection (correct)

Using drones to scare away elephants

How do sensors contribute to preventing elephant-train collisions?

By detecting the presence of elephants and alerting train operators Signup and view all the answers

What is the intended outcome of developing a warning system with sensors and thermal cameras?

To alert train operators about elephants on railway tracks Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, what role do sensor technologies play in addressing elephant-train collisions?

They offer real-time detection to prevent collisions Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the efforts to address the problem of train accidents involving elephants in Sri Lanka?

To minimize the number of elephants killed or disabled by train accidents Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is identified as a root cause of the problem of train-elephant collisions in Sri Lanka?

Habitat fragmentation due to railway infrastructure Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge in creating an effective system to prevent collisions between trains and elephants in Sri Lanka?

Developing a reliable multi-sensor system suited to the specific terrain and wildlife habitats Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the presence of vegetation near railway tracks and the occurrence of train-elephant collisions in Sri Lanka?

Vegetation near tracks attracts elephants, leading them to trespass and increase the risk of collisions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following measures is identified in the text as a potential solution to reduce train-elephant collisions in Sri Lanka?

Implementing dedicated wildlife corridors to separate elephants from train routes Signup and view all the answers

How does the timing of train-elephant collisions in Sri Lanka contribute to the problem?

Collisions are more likely to occur at night when elephants are more active and train visibility is limited Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Efforts are being made to address the issue of train accidents involving elephants in Sri Lanka to minimize harm to both elephants and humans.
The ideal situation is to implement advanced warning systems, barriers, and wildlife corridors to prevent collisions between trains and elephants.
The main problem identified is the need for a reliable multi-sensor system to prevent collisions between trains and wildlife, particularly elephants, in diverse terrains.
Root causes of the issue include habitat fragmentation, food sources near tracks attracting elephants, nocturnal activity leading to collisions, and high train speeds reducing reaction time.
The integration of sensor technologies, such as thermal cameras, is proposed as a solution to detect elephants on railway tracks and prevent collisions effectively.

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Explore the significant concern of elephant population facing threats from train collisions, which lead to fatal outcomes for elephants and sometimes humans. Learn about the economic losses for communities caused by incidents of train-elephant collisions.