Aim of the Project

The aim of this project is to design, build and test a train detection and signalling system. The system will be developed using the Infineon C167 microprocessor and will utilise the CAN interface. Several communicating C167 microcontrollers will be used for the project. The design of the system should be such that it is fully fail-safe.

To view the full project specification click here.

To view the proposed work schedule click here.

As with everything relating to the rail industry safety is of the up most importance. Click here for information relating to safety.

03/12/03    Pictures of the Project

24/11/03    Train Detection

18/11/03    Signalling Controller

13/11/03    The CAN Protocol

12/11/03    Introduction to Controller Area Network

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Proposed system design

Acknowledgements:

Dr G Carpenter        Project Supervisor

Mr Chris Hills            Hitex, for donating C167 microcontrollers