The DTK “Trolleybus Overhead Wire Profile Measurement” system allows for precise assessment of the condition of trolleybus overhead wires, including the wire contour, wire twist, wire wear, and position on the route. In addition to measuring the wire profile, it also identifies locations where impacts in the wire occur to precisely locate defects.
It is crucial that the condition of trolleybus overhead wires is good, as traffic stops and system availability decrease when the wire breaks due to wear. Furthermore, overhead wires under tension pose a danger to people if they break. Optionally, the system can also measure the height of the trolleybus overhead wire, positions where the wire slips out of the carbon shoe and hits the contact shoe, as well as current and voltage measurements.
Data analysis is performed using user-friendly software that enables a visual comparison of the desired wire contour with the actual contour. The software assists users in identifying relevant phenomena and selecting specific sections to play the corresponding video sequences of the panoramic view and wire contour. If desired, the DTK measuring system can also display and evaluate the force impulses acting on the current collector shoe in the x, y, and z directions.
Overall, the DTK “Trolleybus Overhead Wire Profile Measurement” system provides a reliable method for monitoring and maintaining trolleybus overhead wires, ensuring public transportation can be operated safely and efficiently.
