Event Recorders
A range of event recorders designed to capture and store critical on-board data, ensuring comprehensive monitoring of safety-critical information.
A Choice of Event Recorders
EKE-Trainnet® Event Recorders capture analogue and digital signals with precision. They can be configured to record only necessary signals, optimising data storage and costs. Designed to support SIL 2 development, they ensure reliability and compliance with safety standards. Redundancy can be achieved with two sets of modules or separate event recorders, including two independent recorders in the same rack. Additional interfaces can be added as needed.
The EKE-Trainnet® Non-rugged Event Recorder uses our standard input/output modules and is programmed to record safety critical information like train speed, train position or brake temperature.
The Non-rugged Event Recorder can also record video streams from onboard digital video recorders or directly from the cameras.
Additional interfaces can be easily added.
The EKE-Trainnet® Rugged Event Recorder contains the EKE-Trainnet® Rugged Memory Module. Its crash-proof construction guarantees that the memory board is protected against fire, magnetic fields and any liquids, as well as against any mechanical stress during an impact or continued pressure.
In practice, the memory board is embedded in a protected fire insulation block, surrounded by a special steel case that is hermetically sealed.
Additional interfaces can be easily added.
The EKE-Trainnet® Juridicial Recording Unit (JRU) is a train event recorder complying with the ERTMS/ETCS standard
Data can be recoded from the ETCS via the EVS (European Vital Computer) and/or from nation-specific control systems such as STM (Specific Transmission Module).
It has all the features of the EKE-Trainnet® Rugged Event Recorder.
Build Event Recorders using the following modules
The following modules are required to create this system.
Modular Concept
All our EKE-Trainnet® products are modular, enabling you to precisely select the modules you require. Modules can be combined for a very flexible and versatile solution. This means that the Event Recorder can be integrated with other systems into a single rack, optimising space and efficiency.
Below is an example of an Event Recorder made up of a selection of common modules.
Rugged Memory Module
Rugged memory module designed to fulfil the British (GM/RT2472-1.2002) and European (EEIG 97E461-3.1998) crashworthiness as well as the IEEE (1482.-1.1999) standards.
With Ethernet port and RS-485 port. Front-panel imprints are available upon request.
CPU with Serial Links (CPS)
A central processing unit providing serial communication interfaces.
Digital Input Output Module (DIO)
Receives digital signals through its input channels and delivers them to the train computer’s Central Processing Unit (CPU) module for processing.
Choose the appropriate input output module to capture the signals you need.
Analogue Input Module (AIM)
Converts analogue signals and makes them available to the train computer’s CPU module.
Choose the appropriate input output module to capture the signals you need.
Power Supply Unit for VME (PSV)
Provides power for the ASDO HMI
Power Input Unit (PIU)
Used to pass train battery voltage to the EKE-Trainnet® Power Supply Unit for VME (PSV) module
Software
The Train Inspection Program enables the transfer and analysis of data from EKE-Trainnet Event Recorders®, enabling real-time monitoring, customisable visualisation, and comprehensive reporting.
Versatile data displays, including graphical, numerical, and signal views, are offered by the TIP tool, tailored to your needs. Quickly locate key points in data logs, customise views, and archive Event Recorder data for later analysis.
The TIP tool can display multiple data files simultaneously, aiding in comparisons and trend identification, ensuring you have the insights to improve train operations and safety.
An online monitoring feature allows the TIP Tool to monitor any selection real-time tracking of selected signals in the car without interfering with the Event Recorder’s normal operations. Under all conditions, the TIP tool ensures that your data is kept confidential with the highest levels of integrity.
The data can also be exported to a third-party application as the data can be converted to an open format (CSV file).
EKE-Trainnet® TCN Gateways are built on an open-source Linux platform powered by CODESYS®. It allows you to develop custom applications.
EKE-Electronics offers expertise in fully or partially developing software on your behalf. Alternatively, we provide training, tools, and guidance to support your development efforts. To ensure a secure, long-term investment, EKE-Electronics can also grant intellectual property rights (IPR) for the application software.
Why Choose EKE-Electronics for an Event Recorder?
EKE-Trainnet® Event Recorders provide comprehensive signal capture, recording both analogue and digital inputs with precision. They can be customised to record only the necessary signals, reducing unnecessary data storage and associated costs. Additionally, they are designed to support SIL 2 development, ensuring reliability and compliance with safety standards.
Choose on the signals you need
With a modular design, EKE-Trainnet® Event Recorders provide the flexibility to select and record only the signals you need to streamline data management and reduce costs associated with unnecessary data capture and storage.
Open data
policy
EKE-Electronics maintains an open data policy, facilitating effortless data retrieval via Ethernet and USB connection, enabling seamless import and export into other systems.
GNSS & dual homing available
A GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) receiver can be integrated into the Event Recorder. Dual homing for Event Recorders using Rugged Memory Module (RMM) is possible with an additional CPS module
