T1244 Characterising the Pantograph and Overhead Contact System

Background As new electric rolling stock is introduced or existing rolling stock is assigned to different routes, compatibility assessments between the vehicle and infrastructure are undertaken to ensure safe working at the pantograph-catenary interface. Analysis is usually undertaken on a case by case basis utilising expert analysis, data and validated software models. This process can add cost and potentially a significant time delay on the critical path to introducing new rolling stock. Over the coming years, a...