Provided is a method of operating a modular train system. The method comprises determining that an approaching train is within a trigger distance from a first train segment. The train has a first velocity in a first direction along a track. The method further comprises causing the first train segment to accelerate to approximately the first velocity. The method further comprises coupling the train segment to a front end of the train while the first train segment and the train are in motion at approximately the first velocity.


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    Title :

    MODULAR TRAIN SYSTEM


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2021-03-25


    Type of media :

    Patent


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English


    Classification :

    IPC:    B61L Leiten des Eisenbahnverkehrs , GUIDING RAILWAY TRAFFIC



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