MEASUREMENT TECHNOLOGIES
We develop TECHNOLOGY & SW for diagnostic and defectoscopy information systems, using artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI & ML). We process large volumes of structured data in real time with the aim of evaluating traffic safety using Big Data Analyses (BDA), we create Data Warehouses of Diagnostics (DSD) and transport traffic with the aim of improving the immediate maintenance and repair of railway, roadway and waterway transport networks.
NDCon GROUP is specializing in precision measurement tools and cutting-edge technologies for rail infrastructure. Our solutions ensure accurate diagnostics, enhance operational efficiency, and support the safety and reliability of railway networks.
We specialize in the following key areas where lies our products and services:
Technology for Diagnostic Vehicles for Railway Infrastructure:
- Providing state-of-the-art railway diagnostic vehicles equipped with the latest technologies to monitor and assess the condition of tracks, bridges, tunnels, and other critical infrastructure.
- Offering vehicles capable of on-the-go inspections, ensuring quick and accurate diagnostics to minimize downtime and enhance operational safety.
2. Metrology & Measuring Technologies:
- Delivering cutting-edge metrology and measuring technologies tailored for intelligent rail transport diagnostics and defectoscopy.
- Utilizing precise instruments and methodologies to measure track geometry, gauge, alignment, and other key parameters, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
3. Video Inspection System & LIDAR Scanning:
- Implementing video inspection systems combined with LIDAR scanning for the creation of digital twins and augmented reality applications for railways.
- Providing high-resolution, real-time imagery and data to facilitate proactive maintenance and comprehensive infrastructure management.
4. Manual Measurement Devices & Systems:
- Supplying a range of manual measurement devices and systems specifically designed for accurate railway diagnostics.
- Enabling hands-on inspection and assessment, supporting teams in identifying and addressing potential issues with precision.
5. Drone-Enhanced Diagnostics:
- Our services include innovative diagnostics using drones for an aerial perspective, allowing for detailed assessments of hard-to-reach areas in infrastructure.
NDCon GROUP offers a comprehensive range of diagnostic systems and methods for railway infrastructure:
- Ultrasonic Rail Defectoscopy for non-destructive testing
- Eddy Current Surface Defect Detection
- Track Geometry Measuring Systems
- Rail Profile and Corrugation Measuring Systems
- Lateral and Vertical Axle Measurement
- Clearance Profile Monitoring
- OHL Catenary Measurement
- Pantograph and Overhead Line Interaction Measurement
- Overhead Contact Line Geometry and Thermal Imaging
- Corona Monitoring for Overhead Lines
- Tunnel and Bridge Diagnostics and Monitoring
- Railway Substructure Diagnostics using GPR
- Video Inspection for Track Components
- ETCS Systems and Components Diagnostics
- GSM/GSM-R and FRMCS Communication Network Diagnostics
- Vehicle Condition Monitoring
- Track Imaging and Scanning
- These cutting-edge technologies ensure precision and reliability in rail infrastructure diagnostics and maintenance.
Advanced Data Processing Services and Comprehensive Diagnostic Dispatching
We implement a complex information system solution for the integration of heterogeneous data obtained by measuring various parameters of the railway superstructure and other components of the railway track such as catenary, signals, railway track imaging, spatial permeability, etc. We perform integration of various data sources from different geographically dispersed workplaces and mobile measuring systems (measuring vehicles, measuring draisines, manual surveying).
Heterogeneous diagnostic data sources
We handle data from any diagnostic measuring system, e.g.:
- rail grating imaging and defect detection
- rail defectoscopy
- railway track imaging
- imaging of signals
- measurement of catenary parameters
- video inspection system of spatial clearance
- ultrasonic measuring systems
- eddy current measurement systems
- other diagnostic measuring systems
Data validated, cleaned and processed for import into an integrated data warehouse.
Who are data warehouse users?
With our integrated data warehouse solution, we provide views and data management for:
- diagnostic experts
- track management operations experts
- middle management of the diagnostics division
- middle management track operation planning
- senior management to support strategic management and sophisticated planning for operation assurance at different levels of granularity of the rail network
- Consolidated aggregated outputs for analytics and sophisticated strategic management support to the top management of the organisation
Data warehouse
All data for diagnostics is integrated into a centralized data warehouse and the data is linked using a single standardized location (odometer measurement, stationing, track identification, route identification, GPS or a combination of both approaches for positioning on the railway route). The centralized data warehouse offers a wide range of functions:
- data visualisation in the form of reports, graphs, tables
- evaluation, consolidation and aggregation of data at different levels of granularity
- wide possibilities of data filtering for outputs (sections, lines, TUDU, ST, OŘ)
- data filtering by acquisition dates
- comparative analysis of data acquired in different time periods for the purpose of evaluating the efficiency and quality of diagnostics
- key functions support on portable devices - iPad / iPhone (iOS), Android phones and tablets, special diagnostic hardware for manual surveying)
- data visualization over the track network diagrams or over the underlying map (orthophoto, schematic)
- providing access to data for other systems using automated web services with strict adherence to standard protocols for communication and data exchange (http, https, xml, json, etc.)