This study describes the comprehensive planning and execution of a novel End of Train Telemetry (EOTT) system driven by Arduino. The system's track-side component consists of an IR sensor module, an Arduino Nano, and carefully positioned LEDs. On the other hand, the train unit has a buzzer, an extra IR sensor, GPS, GSM communication, and Arduino Nano controllers. With the ultimate goal of enhancing operational efficiency and safety measures inside railway systems, the EOTT system leverages the capability of wireless connectivity, GSM communication protocols, and real-time GPS tracking mechanisms to enable seamless data interchange between the train and track units. The train's position can be precisely detected thanks to the IR sensor, and location-specific actions can be activated by using LED. Moreover, the proposed system not only modernizes railway safety practices but also provides visual and audio alerts, enhancing communication and responsiveness with trackside personnel. By integrating cutting-edge technologies, this research significantly advances operational efficiency and overall safety standards in railway operations.

Keywords:Arduino-powered EOTT system, Buzzer, IR sensor, LED, GPS module, GSM

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1. Pradeep Kumar, K. Karthikeyan, R. Reena, J. Santhosh and S. Balaji, End of Train Telemetry and Vehicle Integrity Monitoring System, International Journal of Electrical Engineering and Technology (IJEET), 12(3), 2021, pp.100-109
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7. Ai, B., Molisch, A.F., Rupp, M., & Zhong, Z.D. (2020). 5G key technologies for smart railways. Proceedings of the IEEE,108(6), 856-893.
8. He, R., Ai, B., Zhong, Z., Yang, M., Chen, R., Ding, J., ... & Liu, C. (2022). 5G for railways: Next generation railway dedicated communications. IEEE Communications Magazine,60(12), 130-136.
9. Wang, J., Zhu, H., & Gomes, N. J. (2012). Distributed antenna systems for mobile communications in high speed trains. IEEE journal on selected areas in communications,30(4), 675-683.
10. Shafiullah, G.M., Gyasi-Agyei, A., & Wolfs, P. (2007, August). Survey of wireless communications applications in the railway industry. In The 2nd International Conference on Wireless Broadband and Ultra Wideband Communications (AusWireless 2007)(pp. 65-65). IEEE.

This study describes the comprehensive planning and execution of a novel End of Train Telemetry (EOTT) system driven by Arduino. The system's track-side component consists of an IR sensor module, an Arduino Nano, and carefully positioned LEDs. On the other hand, the train unit has a buzzer, an extra IR sensor, GPS, GSM communication, and Arduino Nano controllers. With the ultimate goal of enhancing operational efficiency and safety measures inside railway systems, the EOTT system leverages the capability of wireless connectivity, GSM communication protocols, and real-time GPS tracking mechanisms to enable seamless data interchange between the train and track units. The train's position can be precisely detected thanks to the IR sensor, and location-specific actions can be activated by using LED. Moreover, the proposed system not only modernizes railway safety practices but also provides visual and audio alerts, enhancing communication and responsiveness with trackside personnel. By integrating cutting-edge technologies, this research significantly advances operational efficiency and overall safety standards in railway operations.

Keywords:Arduino-powered EOTT system, Buzzer, IR sensor, LED, GPS module, GSM

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1. Pradeep Kumar, K. Karthikeyan, R. Reena, J. Santhosh and S. Balaji, End of Train Telemetry and Vehicle Integrity Monitoring System, International Journal of Electrical Engineering and Technology (IJEET), 12(3), 2021, pp.100-109
2. Aboelela,W. Edberg, C. Papakonstantinou, and V. Vokkarane, “Wireless sensor network based model for secure railway operations,” in Proc. 25th IEEE Int. Perform., Comput. Commun. Conf., Phoenix, AZ, USA, 2006.
3. Flammini et al., “Towards wireless sensor networks for railway infrastructure monitoring,” in Proc. Electr. Syst. Aircraft, Railway Ship Propulsion, Bologna, Italy, 2010..
4. Stajano et al., “Smart bridges, smart tunnels: Transforming wireless sensor networks from research prototypes into robust engineering infrastructure,” Ad Hoc Netw., vol. 8, no. 8, pp. 872–888,Nov. 2010
5. Fukuta, “Possibility of sensor network applying for railway signal system,” in Proc. 5th Int. Conf. Netw. Sens. Syst., Kanazawa, Japan, 2008.
6. Aiet al., “Challenges toward wireless communications for high-speed railway,” IEEE Trans Intell. Transp. Syst., vol. 15, no. 5, Oct. 2014.
7. Ai, B., Molisch, A.F., Rupp, M., & Zhong, Z.D. (2020). 5G key technologies for smart railways. Proceedings of the IEEE,108(6), 856-893.
8. He, R., Ai, B., Zhong, Z., Yang, M., Chen, R., Ding, J., ... & Liu, C. (2022). 5G for railways: Next generation railway dedicated communications. IEEE Communications Magazine,60(12), 130-136.
9. Wang, J., Zhu, H., & Gomes, N. J. (2012). Distributed antenna systems for mobile communications in high speed trains. IEEE journal on selected areas in communications,30(4), 675-683.
10. Shafiullah, G.M., Gyasi-Agyei, A., & Wolfs, P. (2007, August). Survey of wireless communications applications in the railway industry. In The 2nd International Conference on Wireless Broadband and Ultra Wideband Communications (AusWireless 2007)(pp. 65-65). IEEE.