Automatic Train Operation (ATO)

ATO – the key technology for optimising energy efficiency and maximising line capacity

Automatic train operation (ATO) extends the possibilities for increasing the capacity on the track. In conjunction with ETCS and central planning systems (TMS), highly automated driving operations in open networks will be implemented in future. ATO is constantly being further developed and ultimately forms the basis for fully automated driving operations. ATO contributes to sustainably improving energy efficiency and maximising line capacity without additional tracks.

Thanks to their extensive expertise in all project phases from digital lighthouse projects such as the Digital S-Bahn Hamburg and Digital node Stuttgart, the ATO expert teams at quattron have superb expertise in implementing automated driving operations with ATO over ETCS GoA 2 in regular operation.

quattron is actively involved in the relevant pioneering projects in the area of ATO over ETCS GoA 2 and driverless driving. And, it is one of the leading knowledge carriers in this technology segment.

Your advantages with ATO at a glance:

  • Accurate adherence to speed specifications
  • Capacity increase on existing infrastructure
  • Reduction of energy requirements and wear
  • More punctual, more stable operation
  • Enables new, more flexible operating concepts

FAQs

What is ATO (Automatic Train Operation)?
ATO is the key technology for highly automated train operations. In conjunction with ETCS and TMS, it enables highly automated operations on open networks.