Introduction:
In 2006, the world’s first smart railway monitoring system was developed. This platform is based on FBG sensing network to monitor the vibration of all trains traveling along the KCRC’s East Rail. The system has been running successfully, saving millions of dollars in maintenance costs for MTR. MTR approved funding for installation of more FBG-based railway monitoring systems to monitor all metro lines in Hong Kong. In 2010, a structural health monitoring system was developed, comprises of more than 200 FBG sensors and over 100 km of optical fibre for the measurement of strain, temperature, vibration, and inclination of the 610-m tall Canton Tower in Guangzhou. These R&D activities have attracted huge international intention.
Selective collaborators:
- MTR - East Rail, Airport Express Line, Urban Line
- Beijing Shanghai High Speed Railway
- CECI Engineering Consultants, Inc.,Taiwan
- Highway Department - Tsing Ma Bridge, Yuen Long Highway
- Delhi Airport Express Metro Line (DAMEL), India
Features & Applications:
List of items in the system:
- Xiton Impress 213 laser source
- Phase Masks
- Vertical Stage and Controller (Newport XPS)
- XY stage and controller
- PI Nano-positioner Controller
- Software license (COMSOL Base Module)
Notes to user:
Training is required prior to operation by user.
User must complete the laser safety training (by HSEO) before using the equipment.
Supplier information:
http://xiton-photonics.com/impress-213.html
Please click here to download the equipment introduction poster.
Equipment location:
Room CD001
