Capacity Modeling Guidebook for Shared-Use Passenger and Freight Rail Operations (2014) / Chapter Skim
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81 A P P E N D I X B B.1 Introduction A high profile collision between a Los Angeles Metrolink commuter train and a Union Pacific freight train in September 2008 killed 25 people. This incident galvanized political interest in establishing firm deadlines for long-discussed improvements in train control and safety technologies on the nation's rail system.
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82 Capacity Modeling Guidebook for Shared-Use Passenger and Freight Rail Operations B.3 Anticipated Effects of PTC on Line Capacity As PTC systems are just evolving, it is premature to quantify the impact of PTC on rail capacity for a typical corridor. However, some general comments of likely effects may be made: • The earliest impacts following PTC installation will be to reduce flexibility and overall corridor capacity.
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