wagon.ai - About Us

Wagon AI is Jointly Innovated by:

Indian Railways (through DFCCIL)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc), India
Lab to Market Innovations Pvt. Ltd., India
(An IISc Startup for Railways)

Technology Highlights

Image & Data Capture: Wagon AI captures images and data as a train passes through an instrumented zone, identifying details like wagon, locomotive, and performing health diagnostics.
Real-Time Processing & Secure Storage: Data is processed in real time and securely stored on private cloud servers, accessible through a user-friendly GUI for authorized personnel.
Alert Generation for Maintenance: The system sends instant alerts on critical issues, enabling efficient condition-based maintenance, improving safety, and reducing maintenance costs.

Deployment and Expansion

Initial Deployment: Wagon AI was successfully deployed at New Dadkhah Station, Aligarh in June 2023. Since then, it has been effectively monitoring trains and significantly enhancing rail safety.

Expansion Plans: Indian Railways is planning a nationwide deployment of Wagon AI across its rail network, aiming to improve operational efficiency, enable condition-based maintenance, and boost the overall safety of rail transportation.

Features

1. Optical Character Recognition

Accurate Identification: OCR algorithms extract wagon, locomotive, and brake van numbers from captured images.
Streamlined Operations: Precise tracking of train components simplifies cargo management, scheduling, and monitoring.
Enhanced Safety: Real-time anomaly detection prevents derailments, theft, and unauthorized access.
Optimized Maintenance: Timely identification ensures effective maintenance checks, improving reliability.
Data-Driven Insights: Automated data collection supports better resource planning and decision-making.

2. Real-Time Monitoring

Comprehensive Condition Monitoring: Detects defects in EM pads, axle covers, wagon doors, and hanging parts.
Enhanced Safety: Early warning alerts reduce risks of accidents and derailments.
Operational Efficiency: Minimizes disruptions to train schedules and cargo transport.
Proactive Maintenance: Real-time identification allows timely repairs, preventing breakdowns.
Increased Reliability: Supports smooth, uninterrupted train operations by addressing issues promptly.

3. Real-Time Alert Generation

Real-Time Alerts Instantly generates SMS alerts on hanging parts, defective EM pads, speed, and axle count after train passage.
Comprehensive Scanning: Quickly identifies defects like missing axle covers, broken springs, and faulty brakes.
Centralized Monitoring: Integrated GUI provides detailed train data, aiding efficient defect management.
Enhanced Safety: Early detection and swift alerts help prevent safety hazards.
Operational Efficiency: Minimizes delays, improves reliability, and ensures smooth train operations.