Monitoring of Mobile Network QoS
Ensuring Reliable Connectivity for Railway Operations
Seamless mobile network coverage is essential for train operations, signaling, and passenger communication. Connectivity gaps can disrupt real-time data transmission, reduce operational efficiency, and impact passenger experience. Parametric’s RET8000 solution provides real-time Quality of Service (QoS) monitoring, enabling railway operators to detect weak network areas, optimize infrastructure, and enhance overall connectivity
How It Works:
- Continuous network performance measurement during train operations
- Live data tracking to identify areas with weak signal strength
- Cloud-based analysis for real-time insights and long-term performance optimization
Key Benefits:
- Improves train-to-ground communication reliability – Ensures stable connections for train control, real-time monitoring, and onboard services.
- Optimizes mobile network infrastructure – Helps railway operators and telecom providers enhance network coverage along rail routes.
- Enhances passenger experience – Reduces connectivity disruptions for seamless onboard Wi-Fi and mobile services.
Understanding Connectivity Challenges
Key factors impacting mobile network performance in railway transport
Proven Solutions in Action
How our technology enhances network reliability for railway operations
Optimized Railway Connectivity
Ensuring seamless communication for safer and more efficient train travel
Understanding Mobile Network Challenges in Rail Transport
Railway networks present unique connectivity challenges due to fast-moving vehicles, complex infrastructure, and varying terrain. The key factors affecting mobile network quality include:
- Signal dropouts occur in tunnels, remote areas, or densely populated urban environments with network congestion.
Conclusion: Reliable mobile network coverage is crucial for railway operations. By continuously monitoring network performance, operators can eliminate weak signal areas, optimize network infrastructure, and ensure seamless communication for both operational and passenger needs.
Challenge
Railway operators often struggle with inconsistent mobile network coverage, particularly in remote areas, tunnels, and high-speed routes. These connectivity issues impact real-time train monitoring, signaling, and onboard passenger services.
Solution
Parametric’s RET8000 system enables real-time mobile network quality monitoring using advanced data collection and cloud-based analytics. Installed in trains, RET8000 continuously measures network performance, identifying weak signal areas and optimizing coverage with telecom providers. The RAR8000 Edge Computer processes this data in real-time, ensuring immediate insights and actionable solutions.
Benefits
- Enhanced Communication: Stable and reliable train-to-ground connectivity for uninterrupted signaling and operational communication.
- Optimized Network Performance: Detailed coverage insights allow railway operators and telecom providers to improve network reliability.
- Seamless Passenger Connectivity: Better Wi-Fi and mobile signal strength enhance passenger experience and satisfaction.
System Architecture
The RET8000 system is fully integrated into the train’s network infrastructure. It continuously collects mobile network performance data and transmits it to a central database via LTE/5G connectivity. The RAR8000 Edge Computer processes this information in real-time, enabling immediate detection of weak signal areas and network disruptions.
Components
- RET8000 Network Monitoring Device – Measures mobile network signal strength and performance metrics in real-time.
- 5G/LTE Connectivity – Ensures continuous data transmission for live network performance insights.
- RAR8000 Edge Computer – Processes data onboard and communicates with the cloud for advanced analytics.
- Cloud-Based Analytics – Stores long-term performance data for network optimization strategies.
Ready to optimize your railway connectivity? Contact us today for a smarter, more reliable mobile network monitoring solution!
Reliable Connectivity for Smarter Railway Operations
With our advanced mobile network quality monitoring, we enable proactive and efficient connectivity management that not only ensures stable train-to-ground communication but also enhances passenger experience. This actively contributes to more reliable, data-driven, and future-ready railway operations.
RET8000 Mobile Network Monitoring Device
RET8000 is a specialized network monitoring device designed to analyze train-to-ground connectivity and internal wireless networks in real-time. Optimized for video transmissions and real-time applications, it provides a comprehensive assessment of network quality under real operating conditions.
Additionally, RET8000 can function as a router or host custom applications via a software container, offering railway operators a flexible and scalable solution for connectivity management.