Electromagnetic compatibility
The rail environment is comprised of subsystems with the potential to generate and/or be affected by electromagnetic disturbances, leading to reduced reliability and degraded safety performance.
Signalling and train control systems, rolling stock, radio networks and traction equipment, for example, are all susceptible to electromagnetic activity, whilst being significant sources of electromagnetic interference.
The safety critical nature of the signalling system makes this a particular problem for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), which our team has experience in solving, due to the wide range of knowledge both of EMC techniques and safety assurance.
Our industry-leading electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) experts work closely with network managers, maintenance teams and rail safety engineers to ensure emerging problems are identified, assets are protected, and mitigation measures are safely implemented.
Projects
Amsterdam Metro
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Hitachi Intercity Express - Systems Engineering
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Manila Line 4 Shadow Operations Consultant
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Previous EMC assignments include:
- Obtaining safety approval for the commissioning new rolling stock assets in an existing railway with legacy signalling systems.
- Assessing compatibility between systems via analysis, calculation, modelling and testing.
- Checking electromagnetic field levels for compliance with human exposure limits.
- EMC hardening techniques.
- RFI and EMF testing.
- Assessing the impact of EMC requirements on equipment design and operation.
- Preparing safety assurance strategies and plans to ensure systems are electromagnetically compatible in a safety-critical environment.
- Rolling stock measurements for EMC compatibility studies.
Why choose Ricardo
Through working with us your colleagues will gain access to:
- An industry-leading EMC team with extensive knowledge and experience of the railway environment.
- Proven techniques and approaches during the design and management of test programmes.
- Expert investigations into potential EMC problems specific to the rail environment.
- Considered implementation of realistic and effective responses based on international best practice.
- Additional support from Ricardo's multi-disciplinary competence across rail operations, such as rolling stock testing and train control migration planning.
Choosing Ricardo as your technical partner
Global perspectives
Our international network of offices and technical centres supports the transfer of skills and experience from one region of the world to the next.
Whole-system mindset
We will help your teams apply systematic processes so that your engineering projects deliver a positive contribution to the wider rail system.
Collaborative approach
We add value by working alongside your teams in an open and constructive partnership, offering balanced and insightful perspectives on the bigger picture.
An industry voice
Our experts are leading contributors to the international committees, working groups and professional forums that define the rail industry’s technical standards.
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