Nov 20, 2017   SOURCE: BusinessWire

Mitsubishi Electric Announces Concepts for Advanced Rail Travel

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) today announced a variety of conceptual solutions for more convenient and comfortable rail stations and train cars, including enhancements such as barrier-free fare collection in stations, personalized onboard services, and more. The concepts will be on display at Mass-Trans Innovation Japan 2017 at the Makuhari Messe exhibition complex in Chiba, Japan from November 29 to December 1.

Features

1) Barrier-free fare collection in stations

  • The concept proposes barrier-free fare collection equipped with wireless communication technology so passengers do not have to pass an IC card over a reader. They simply pass through to be authorized.
  • The solution enables wheelchair users and people with strollers or big luggage to pass smoothly.
  • Each passenger’s authorization status and walking path are displayed on the floor.

2) Support for in-station tracking by railway operators

  • The locations of persons in the station or on trains are monitored so staff can provide assistance when needed, such as for people with disabilities, and to prevent fare evasion.
  • In-progress assistance and other activities are visible by other staff to help maximize service.

3) Monitors for convenient, personalized onboard services based on IC cards

  • LCD screens on seatbacks enable value-added onboard services.
  • Personalized services are based on the information in each individual passenger’s IC card.
    • Alarm function based on the passenger’s registered destination, adjusted for train delays
    • Recommendations for onboard refreshments based on personal preferences
    • Video content recommended according to ride times and viewing/listening options
  • Updates about delays among other information and visualization of refreshment cart location.

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