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Railway track monitoring system for tilt, vibration, and ground stability analysis
Ensure the safety and stability of rail infrastructure by measuring critical parameters such as the tilt angle of sleepers and vibration levels. Prylada system features a network of high-precision inclinometers and a solar-powered gateway, providing accurate telemetry for predictive maintenance. These devices work in tandem to collect, transmit, and analyze data regarding the structural behavior of railway tracks.
Who benefits
Rail infrastructure managers
Monitor structural health of tracks, bridges, tunnels, and embankments with continuous data and no manual inspections.
Rail operators
Reduce operational risk, prevent derailments, and optimize track-related downtime.
Regulatory & safety authorities
Gain visibility into real-time infrastructure conditions and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Technology integrators & contractors
Easily integrate Prylada into broader asset management systems or deploy it as part of outsourced rail maintenance services.
Prylada system for railway track monitoring: How it operates
Prylada track monitoring system consists of two primary components: the Prylada WASP Inclinometer and the Prylada WASP solar-powered Gateway. These devices work in tandem to collect, transmit, and analyze data regarding the structural behavior of railway tracks.
- Tilt angle sensor: Measures the inclination of the sleeper to detect deviations beyond acceptable thresholds.
- Vibration sensor: Monitors vibration levels to identify anomalies or sudden changes.
- Train presence detection: Utilizes an integrated radar sensor to detect trains passing above the sleeper.
- Data transmission module: Communicates collected data to the Prylada WASP solar-powered Gateway using Sub-1GHz radio technology.
- Data aggregation: Collects and consolidates data from connected Inclinometers
- Transmission to server: Sends aggregated data to a remote server via NB-IoT technology.
- Power supply: Operates on a rechargeable battery powered by an attached solar panel, ensuring continuous operation.
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Intelligent hardware - Adaptive mode switching
The core feature of the Prylada WASP Gateway, enabling real-time, autonomous measurement adjustments directly at the hardware level. Unlike software-based control, this mechanism instantly responds to predefined conditions, ensuring minimal latency, optimized power consumption, and efficient asset monitoring.
The gateway dynamically adjusts sensor measurement frequency based on predefined asset conditions using a hardware-triggered switching mechanism:
Periodic monitoring to detect long-term track movement and subsidence.
Real-time analysis during train passage to identify vibration anomalies.
By processing triggers at the hardware level, the gateway eliminates delays associated with software-based logic, ensuring an instant transition between modes.
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Current challenges of monitoring railway tracks for tilt and vibration
Why traditional systems struggle — and where Prylada leads.
Monitoring railway infrastructure across vast, often remote terrain is no easy task. Prylada addresses the core challenges that make traditional track monitoring inefficient, costly, or unreliable.
Rail networks span regions with extreme weather, vibrations, dust, and moisture.
Prylada’s ruggedized sensors are built for outdoor, all-season operation.
Most track sections lack access to wired power. Battery-operated devices require frequent maintenance.
Prylada’s energy-harvesting sensors and solar-powered gateways are maintenance-free and self-sufficient.
Many rail routes run through low-coverage zones where traditional networks fail.
Prylada uses low-power, long-range wireless technologies (LTE/NB-IoT) to ensure uninterrupted data flow.
Even minor ground shifts can signal major structural risks.
Prylada’s high-accuracy inclinometers and vibration sensors capture early indicators of instability.
Raw sensor data is hard to interpret without advanced tools.
Prylada’s cloud analytics platform turns raw inputs into actionable insights with smart alerts and visual dashboards.
Legacy infrastructure often lacks modern interfaces.
Prylada’s API and modular design allow easy integration with SCADA, GIS, and asset management
Key benefits of Prylada railway track monitoring
Fast and easy installation
Quickly deployable, reducing downtime and setup time for rail operations.
Reduced inspection time
Minimizes manual inspection requirements, allowing railway personnel to focus on more critical tasks
Consistent data collection
Ensures no loss of measurement, even during periods of train inactivity or stationary conditions
Reliable measurements in all conditions
Provides continuous tracking, unaffected by weather changes or environmental factors.
Uninterrupted monitoring
Guarantees continuous data flow for real-time analysis, improving operational efficiency and safety.
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