Technology

‘Shake and brake’ earthquake safety system on test

2022-06-28T09:00:00

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USA: An earthquake early warning system that uses Positive Train Control to apply train brakes automatically is being tested by Los Angeles commuter operator Metrolink, California Department of Transportation and the US Geological Survey.

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