What can I discover here?

In the "Switches" scenario, the effects of different switch technologies on the railway operation of a line are visualised. In order to fully exploit the advantages of virtual coupling, new types of turnout technologies are required. In this scenario, you have the opportunity to compare the different switch technologies and observe their effects on railway operations.

A central aspect here is the maximum line capacity, which is indicated at the top right. In this scenario, you can adjust two parameters and the respective switch technology used. First, familiarise yourself with the respective parameters and switch types by moving your mouse pointer to the respective question mark symbol. This will give you a short explanation of the respective parameter. Then try out how the track capacity changes when you vary the parameters train speed and switch throwing time as well as the respective turnout technology.

At the bottom right, you have the option of changing the simulation speed and starting the simulation from the beginning. Every time you change a parameter, you have to click on the Restart button. The small map below gives you an overview of the route. This way you can track where the individual train units are located during the scenario.