Project Presentation
SIMERTMS is a full scale simulator for ERTMS training designed for ARRIVA Trains drivers on the Cambrian Line. Started in April 2007, this project is ordered by NETWORK RAIL.
In partnership with EDM, OKTAL is responsible for developing all the software components of the ERTMS simulator. EDM provides the cab replica and hardware.
Customer Requirements
This simulator is intended to train and prepare the drivers of Cambrian for the installation of ERTMS level 2 all along the Cambrian Line for 2008.
Main Features
The simulator is made up of a full scale 158 cab replica (DMI included) allowing to prepare and to run scenarios in ERTMS level 0 and Level 2. The simulator includes a specific database created from real track sections between Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth assembled to form a 75 Km length visual database.
The simulator also includes a specific software for debriefing: the instructor accesses a simulation report showing main events of simulation runs like train speed, brake interventions and ERTMS relevant information.
Special Features
The Cambrian Line is the first line to be fitted with ERTMS and supports the evaluation bench done by NETWORK RAIL.
OKTAL is also developing a training CBT including 6 hours of ERTMS training to complete the ERTMS driver's training. The CBT course is planed to be delivered in November.
The CBT is made up of 6 modules:
- ERTMS Overview,
- Signaller’s duties,
- DMI overview,
- Normal driving,
- Other operations (shunting, turnaround, ground frames…),
- Degraded operations.
