Recent Amtrak Train Derailment Indicates Need for Backup Systems
"An Amtrak train derailed south of Seattle, Washington, on Monday, sending train cars tumbling onto a busy interstate." The train was traveling 80 mph around a curve when the accident happened. This derailment could have been avoided if a computerized sensing system was in place. Such a system would have the capability to slow the train as it approached the curve by warning the engineer or reducing the speed automatically. Such systems could also activate warnings for other dangers, such as damaged track and obstacles on the track. The technology is currently available and is prominently featured in driverless vehicles.
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