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Delhi DivisionNR initiates Trial of Fog Vision Camera in Prayag Raj Express for improved visibility in HeavyDenseFog
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In order to assist loco pilots during dense fog, Ghaziabad Electric loco shed of Delhi
Dlvn, N.Rly along with RDSO. LKO conducted trial of a Fog Vision Comera In train No.
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Prayag Raj Express on dated 19.01.2016 In loco no. 30381 of GZB between
NDLS-ALD section. Based on the Thermo Vision Principle, the camera, with an
approximate cost of Rs. 70 lacs, shall give visibility upto 300 meters during heavy
dense fog (visibility with naked eye 2 to 3 meters). The triol was successful and loco
pilot was able to see any obstructions upto 300 meters In heavy dense fog. Further
Improvements are required in this camera to see the aspect of signals. If this trial Is
found to be successful, then it will be a big game changer for Railways as It can
contribute towards smooth train operation during foggy season
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