Optimising Performance of Automatic Train Operation on Railway Networks

Doctoral Thesis (2026)
Author(s)

Z. Wang (TU Delft - Civil Engineering & Geosciences)

Contributor(s)

R.M.P. Goverde – Promotor (TU Delft - Civil Engineering & Geosciences)

E. Quaglietta – Copromotor (TU Delft - Civil Engineering & Geosciences)

Research Group
Transport, Mobility and Logistics
DOI related publication
https://doi.org/10.4233/uuid:c12110e2-1c7c-464a-8595-8d97cf4c48fe Final published version
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Publication Year
2026
Language
English
Defense Date
11-03-2026
Awarding Institution
Delft University of Technology
Research Group
Transport, Mobility and Logistics
ISBN (print)
978-90-5584-382-4
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Abstract

Railway operations require alignment between event-time-based timetables and speed-based train trajectories to enable effective interaction between traffic management and train operation across planning levels and real-time control. To support this alignment, this dissertation reviews standardisation activities and develops optimisation methods for Train Path Envelopes and event time flexibility. The proposed approaches support conflict-free operations, improve punctuality and energy efficiency, and provide insights for both academic research and railway practice.

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