Components of Skybus Technology
Skybus technology has five main components: sky way, sky bogie, sky coaches, sky stations, and traverser arrangements.
Sky way: The sky way is a concrete box structure that supports two heavy rails at a standard gauge. The sky way is carried over a series of piers at a height of 9-10 m above the existing road level. The sky way has no points and crossings, which eliminates the risk of derailment and collision.
Sky bogie: The sky bogie is a standard two-axle bogie that runs on the rails fixed within the sky way. The sky bogie is powered by three-phase AC motors with regenerative braking capability. The sky bogie also uses linear induction motor technology with a fourth rail for driving and braking.
Sky coaches: The sky coaches are air-conditioned passenger cabins that are suspended below the sky bogie. Each coach can accommodate up to 75 passengers and has automatic doors, windows, and emergency exits. The coaches are designed to withstand fire, earthquake, and terrorist attacks.
Sky stations: The sky stations are platforms that are located at intervals of 1-2 km along the sky way. The sky stations have escalators, elevators, ticket counters, and security systems. The sky stations are connected to the existing road network and other modes of transport.
Traverser arrangements: The traverser arrangements are devices that enable the sky bogie to switch from one track to another at the end of the line or at junctions. The traverser arrangements consist of a movable platform that carries the sky bogie horizontally from one track to another.
Advantages of Skybus Technology
Skybus technology offers several advantages over conventional metro rail systems, such as:
Eco-friendly: Skybus technology does not emit any harmful gases or noise pollution. It also uses renewable energy sources such as solar panels and wind turbines to power the system.
Cost-effective: Skybus technology is cheaper to construct and operate than metro rail systems. It uses prefabricated construction techniques that save time and money. It also has lower maintenance and operational costs due to its simple design and automation.
Safe: Skybus technology is safer than metro rail systems due to its elevated structure and absence of points and crossings. It also has multiple safety features such as anti-collision sensors, fire detection and suppression systems, emergency brakes, and evacuation systems.
Convenient: Skybus technology is more convenient than metro rail systems due to its higher speed, frequency, and capacity. It also has less impact on the existing traffic pattern and urban landscape due to its minimal land requirement and aesthetic design.
Conclusion
Skybus technology is a revolutionary mass transportation system that can transform the urban mobility and quality of life in crowded cities. It is an indigenous technology that can place India on the forefront of the rapid transit industry in the world. Skybus technology is currently under development and testing in India, with plans to implement it in various cities across the country.
References
The following sources were used to write this article:
[1]: A paper on the sky bus technology by A. Latha Ganesan et al., published in Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research in April 2021.
[2]: A paper on the sky bus technology by A.Jeba Jeslin et al., published in International Journal of Scientific Research in Civil & Environmental Engineering in March 2018.
[3]: A paper on the sky bus technology by S. Srinivasan et al., published in International Journal of Scientific Research and Development in May 2015.
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