ACRI is to undertake research to understand better whether the addition of advanced warning through an amber phase is likely to (i) reduce the likelihood of failure to stop at red light signals, and (ii) be implemented in an effective manner at existing active crossings in Australasia.
Read MoreACRI together with Newcastle University is pleased to be are commencing research to address trackside worker safety by advancing understanding of robotic deployment opportunities. This project aims to develop a proof-of-concept remotely deployed track isolation/protection solution, seeking to remove the need for personnel to enter the danger zone before isolation has occurred and reducing risk for personnel working within the corridor.
Read MoreACRI together with Central Queensland University is continuing to expand on the Horizon scan released in late 2019 by conducting workshops in multiple Australian states to explore initiatives with pilot trial potential. Stakeholders will include: Rail and transport industry specialists, public transport accessibility user groups, and those with lived experience of disability who are avid users of technology, disability/technology accessibility industry specialists, and heath care professionals who work in assistive technology with clients.
Read MoreACRI is pleased to be releasing the final report of the international horizon scan for countries and sectors leading in passenger accessibility. Download report here This has been conducted collaboratively by the Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) in the United Kingdom and ACRI. ACRI will now seek to build on this knowledge base and identify any pilot trial opportunities for improving the rail travel experience of people with a disability. This will be through facilitated workshops in February/March 2020 with rail operators, disability advisory representatives and assistive technology professionals.
Read MoreConference on Digital, 14-15 May 2020 Perth Call for papers due by 2 December 2019 The challenge of the 21st Century will definitely be Mobility. During this two day event, we will have the opportunity to exchange, discover, explore, understand and learn what are the latest innovations and their potential interests and benefits for rail.
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