Development of transport systems as one of the areas of Industry 4.0

Abstract

This article considers the results of research conducted to define the impact of information technology (IT) on the development of regional transport systems (TS) within the subjects of the Russian Federation. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the impact of digitalization on transport systems and to assess its economic consequences. Methods of analytical modelling, ranging and spatial differentiation are used. The differentiated recommendations are offered for cities, agglomerations and regions for assessing the economic consequences of transport digitalization.

An Overview of Current Challenges and Emerging Technologies to Facilitate Increased Energy Efficiency, Safety, and Sustainability of Railway Transport

“…Figure 9 illustrates this on the example of logistics and transportation systems development. Advances in the transportation and logistics sectors have been closely linked to advances in other industries [154] and thus may also serve to increase both the competitiveness and sustainability levels of related enterprises [155].…”

“…Similarly, the utilisation of sensor suites on-board traffic entities coupled with massive data throughput inherent to 5G radio networks was identified in [156] as enabling technologies to increase the safety of autonomous transport. To that end, the authors of [154] discuss the concept of a "digital railroad" aimed to improve transportation safety by means of digital railway signalling systems, whereas the authors of [155] put forward arguments for the increased usage of emerging technologies, such as drones, smart sensors, robotics, blockchain, and artificial intelligence within the framework of Industry 4.0 for transport and logistics to improve their safety and energy efficiency. These aspects of Industry 4.0 in railway transport will also be discussed in the following subsections.…”