Intelligence on Wheels
A spin-off of the German Aerospace Center (DLR) committed to the commercialization of an innovative train collision avoidance system.
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Intelligence on Wheels (IoW) GmbH operates as a specialized technology firm focused on enhancing railway safety through advanced collision avoidance systems. The company was established in 2012 as a spin-off from the German Aerospace Center (DLR) by Dr. Thomas Strang and Dr. Andreas Lehner. Both founders had been integral to the development of train collision avoidance technology at DLR's Institute of Communications and Navigation since 2006, bringing complementary expertise to the venture.
The core of IoW's business is the commercialization of its Train Collision Avoidance System (TrainCAS). This system functions independently of trackside infrastructure, relying entirely on onboard equipment. The technology integrates three key elements: direct train-to-train communication, precise track-selective self-localization, and sophisticated situation analysis with decision support. This approach allows the system to be installed as an overlay, enhancing existing safety measures on any rail vehicle, including construction and maintenance fleets. The product is designed to be installed permanently in a standard 19-inch rack or used as a portable unit. Furthermore, the technology can be extended to protect track workers through personal devices.
IoW serves train operators in the rail industry, with its systems already in use in countries such as Germany, the Czech Republic, and Italy. The business model appears to be based on the sale of this hardware and related services, such as the creation of electronic high-definition track maps. By focusing on in-vehicle technology, the company's cost structure scales with the number of trains rather than the kilometers of track, offering a distinct financial proposition to its clients. The company's contributions to rail safety have been recognized with awards like the European Rail Award for Excellence in Safety and Security.
Keywords: train collision avoidance, railway safety, rail technology, train-to-train communication, self-localization, decision support system, track worker protection, on-board train systems, German Aerospace Center spin-off, DLR spin-off, TrainCAS, rail vehicle safety, electronic track maps, cooperative safety systems, vehicular ad-hoc networks, transportation safety, asset tracking, rail infrastructure, accident prevention, GNSS localization