Consider the following statements regarding the Fog Pass Devices: It i...
Recently, to ensure smooth rail operations, Indian Railways have provisioned 19,742 Fog Pass Devices during the foggy weather.
- It is a GPS based navigation device that helps the loco pilot to navigate during dense fog conditions.
- It provides on-board real-time information (Display as well as voice guidance) to Loco Pilots regarding location of fixed landmarks such as Signal, Level Crossing gate (Manned & Unmanned), Permanent Speed Restrictions, Neutral Sections etc.
- It displays approach indications of next three approaching fixed landmarks in geographical order accompanied with voice message approximately 500m on approach.
- General features of Fog Pass Device
- Suitable for all types of sections like single line, double line, electrified as well as non electrified sections.
- Suitable for all types of electric and diesel locomotives, EMUs/MEMUs/ DEMUs.
- Suitable for train speeds up to 160 KMPH.
- It has built-in re-chargeable battery back-up for 18 hrs.
- It is portable, compact in size, light in weight (not more than 1.5 Kg including battery) and of robust design.
- Loco Pilot can carry the device easily with him to the locomotive on resuming his duty.
- It can be easily placed on the cab desk of locomotive.
- It is a standalone system.
- It is unaffected by weather conditions like Fog, Rain or Sunshine.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
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Consider the following statements regarding the Fog Pass Devices: It i...
The correct answer is option 'A' - Statement 1 only.
Explanation:
Fog Pass Devices are not GPS based navigation devices, and they are not limited to diesel locomotives only. Let's understand each statement in detail:
1. It is a GPS based navigation device which provides on-board real-time information.
Fog Pass Devices are not GPS based navigation devices. Instead, they are specialized devices used in the railway industry to improve visibility during foggy weather conditions. These devices use ultrasound technology to detect the presence of obstacles such as other trains, vehicles, or any obstructions on the railway tracks. They provide real-time information about the presence of obstacles and help the train operators make informed decisions while driving in foggy conditions. Therefore, statement 1 is incorrect.
2. It is suitable only to diesel locomotives.
Fog Pass Devices are not limited to diesel locomotives only. They can be used with both diesel and electric locomotives. The purpose of using Fog Pass Devices is to enhance safety and visibility during foggy weather conditions, regardless of the type of locomotive. Therefore, statement 2 is incorrect.
In conclusion, neither statement 1 nor statement 2 is correct.