Method for monitoring pneumatic brake module and brake system

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for monitoring a pneumatic brake module of a rail vehicle, comprising the following steps: determining a predetermined configuration of the pneumatic brake module; setting at least one valve of the pneumatic brake module to an open state or a closed state according to a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in the predetermined configuration; applying a predetermined pressure on a pressure line of the pneumatic brake module associated with the at least one valve according to a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in the predetermined configuration; receiving a pressure value of at least one pressure sensor associated with the at least one valve; and comparing the received pressure value to a target pressure value associated with a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in a predetermined configuration. The invention also relates to a braking system of a rail vehicle, a rail vehicle, a computer program product and a computer readable storage medium.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to a method for monitoring a pneumatic brake module of a rail vehicle, a brake system of a rail vehicle configured to carry out the method, a rail vehicle comprising the brake system, a computer program product and a computer-readable storage medium. Background Art

[0002] In the braking systems of rail vehicles, such as subway trains, the braking force is based on compressed air used to actuate the brake elements. Therefore, controlling air pressure is crucial to the operational safety of rail vehicles. During the production process, after installation, and after operation, personnel must frequently check air pressure values ​​and perform maintenance on the brake system. Deviations between actual and nominal air pressures reflect the health of the system, and personnel use this information to perform diagnostics and identify equipment faults and their sources.

[0003] For example, a subway train's brake module may include four pressure gauges built into the train's control unit. Traditional pressure reading methods require connecting each pressure gauge individually using custom piping. This pressure acquisition method only works when the subway train is parked and cannot collect data while the train is in motion. Furthermore, the control unit's cover must be manually opened and the pressure gauges installed one by one. Manual data recording is also required to determine pressure differentials. Finally, this method relies on the experience of field personnel to troubleshoot equipment failures. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The object of the present invention is to improve the ability to monitor pneumatic brake modules of rail vehicles.

[0005] This object is solved by the subject matter of the independent claims. Further aspects of the invention depend on the dependent claims.

[0006] According to the present invention, a method for monitoring a pneumatic brake module of a rail vehicle comprises the following steps:

[0007] determining a predetermined configuration of the pneumatic brake module;

[0008] setting at least one valve of the pneumatic brake module to an open state or a closed state based on predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in a predetermined configuration;

[0009] applying a predetermined pressure on a pressure line of the pneumatic brake module associated with the at least one valve according to a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in a predetermined configuration;

[0010] receiving a pressure value from at least one pressure sensor associated with the at least one valve; and

[0011] The received pressure value is compared to a target pressure value associated with predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in a predetermined configuration.

[0012] The predetermined configuration of the pneumatic brake module can be a layout of pneumatic lines and pneumatic control elements (e.g., valves) to provide a specified operation of the pneumatic brake module in a given application. The predetermined configuration can include the complete layout or only a portion of the complete layout representing the functionality to be monitored by the method. The predetermined layout can be determined by selecting a layout number and / or item number associated with the predetermined configuration. The predetermined configuration used to select the actual predetermined configuration can be stored in a memory of a control device or control module as described below with respect to a brake system configured to implement the method. Alternatively or additionally, the pneumatic control module can be configured to transmit its configuration to the control device or control module.

[0013] To monitor the pneumatic brake module, at least one valve is set to an open or closed state based on the predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in a predetermined configuration. The at least one valve is arranged in a pressure line of the pneumatic brake module that is associated with a specific transmission effect on the pneumatic medium applied to the corresponding pressure line. The open state can be an open state, and the closed state can be a closed state, or vice versa, depending on whether the corresponding valve is a normally closed or normally open valve. Thus, the open state can indicate that the corresponding valve is actuated, while the closed state can indicate that the corresponding valve is deactivated. The open state can be a state in which the valve is fully open or only partially open to provide a specific opening degree. Therefore, the open or closed state of the corresponding valve can be associated with a corresponding pressure value at the valve output or in the pneumatic line downstream of the valve, respectively, when pressure is applied.

[0014] Accordingly, at least one pressure sensor is arranged at the valve or in the pressure line downstream of the respective valve in order to monitor the pressure based on the open or closed state of the valve and the predetermined pressure applied according to a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in a predetermined configuration.

[0015] After applying a predetermined pressure and receiving a pressure value from at least one pressure sensor associated with the at least one valve, the received pressure value is compared with a target pressure value associated with a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in a predetermined configuration. For example, if the at least one valve is a ball valve and is configured to be closed, and a predetermined pressure is applied according to the predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module, the target pressure value may be 0 bar. Therefore, if the pressure value received by the pressure sensor downstream of the corresponding ball valve is higher than 0 bar, the ball valve indicates an abnormal state. Conversely, when the ball valve is open, the target pressure value should represent the pressure value at the ball valve input. The ball valve input pressure value may be the applied predetermined pressure or any pressure value expected at the ball valve input due to other valve components positioned between the location where the predetermined pressure is applied and the ball valve. If other valve components are positioned between the location where the predetermined pressure is applied and the ball valve, one pressure sensor may be positioned upstream of the ball valve and another pressure sensor may be positioned downstream of the ball valve. The pressure value received by the pressure sensor positioned upstream of the ball valve provides the target pressure value for comparison with the pressure value received by the pressure sensor positioned downstream of the ball valve. A ball valve is used as an example of a valve to be monitored by the method. However, any other type of valve can be monitored according to the method, such as a safety valve, a pressure reducing valve, etc.

[0016] In principle, the target pressure can be correlated to the applied pressure, taking into account other valve elements, etc., that may be arranged in the corresponding pressure line of the valve, which, depending on their actual configuration, may influence the pressure value to be received downstream of the pressure sensor, if any. Alternatively, the target pressure can be correlated to the pressure value received by another pressure sensor, representing the input pressure value of the corresponding valve. If the target pressure value is correlated to the pressure value received by the other pressure sensor, any malfunction of an upstream valve element, etc., can still allow the monitored valve to be monitored.

[0017] In some embodiments, when the received pressure value deviates from the target pressure value by a predetermined amount, the method further includes the step of identifying at least one component of the pneumatic brake module associated with the deviation of the received pressure value from the target pressure value.

[0018] Deviations reaching a predetermined amount may indicate a deviation that exceeds tolerances of the pressure sensor and / or valve. The predetermined amount may also be set to identify abnormal pressure only when the corresponding deviation affects the normal operation of the pneumatic brake module. However, multiple predetermined amounts may be set, where a first predetermined amount may indicate suspicion that a valve is not functioning properly and may need to be replaced during upcoming maintenance, while a second predetermined amount may indicate a serious fault requiring immediate replacement, etc.

[0019] Because the received pressure value to be compared with the target pressure value is associated with the corresponding valve, the normal or abnormal operation of the corresponding valve can be determined based on the deviation between the received pressure value and the target pressure value. If multiple valves are monitored by this method, the control module or control device can associate each received pressure value with a corresponding valve to determine whether the corresponding valve among the multiple valves is operating normally or abnormally.

[0020] Identifying at least one component of the pneumatic brake module associated with the deviation between the received pressure value and the target pressure value may include predicting a type of fault, such as a malfunction of a corresponding valve associated with the received pressure value. This identification may be provided, for example, by a software application running on a control device, and may also include guiding an operator in accurately remediating the device malfunction.

[0021] In some embodiments, the method comprises the further step of storing the monitoring results.

[0022] Monitoring results can be stored by the control module and / or the control device. For example, the control module can store any monitoring results as a monitoring log that can be accessed as needed, while abnormal monitoring results are communicated to the control device. Alternatively, the control device can store the monitoring results. The monitoring results can include the received pressure values ​​assigned to the corresponding pressure sensors and / or valves.

[0023] In some embodiments, the method further comprises the step of generating a monitoring report.

[0024] For example, the control device can generate monitoring reports on demand (e.g., in response to a command to generate a monitoring report) and / or periodically (e.g., in response to a predetermined event such as system initialization). Periodic reports can be generated whenever a predetermined pressure is applied for a specific setting of the at least one valve. The control device can thereby store received pressure values, collate the data, and generate corresponding reports. Reports can be customized to specifically indicate deviations of received pressure values ​​from target pressure values.

[0025] In some embodiments, the method further comprises the step of activating the at least one pressure sensor prior to applying the predetermined pressure.

[0026] Thus, the at least one pressure sensor provides received pressure values ​​on demand, rather than continuously or according to a predetermined detection frequency. The at least one pressure sensor can also be activated only upon specific demand, for example, upon input representing a monitoring routine. This allows for extended battery life of the at least one pressure sensor. In other words, the at least one pressure sensor is in a "sleep" state by default and can only enter an "operational" state upon activation. This activation can be initiated by the control device or control module during the monitoring operation. The interface of the at least one pressure sensor can comply with the ISO 6150:2018-12 standard.

[0027] In another aspect, the present invention relates to a braking system for a rail vehicle, the braking system being configured to implement the method as described above, wherein the braking system comprises a pneumatic brake module, the at least one pressure sensor, a control module operatively connected to or included in the pneumatic brake module, and a control device operatively connected to the control module. The control device is configured to provide a predetermined configuration of the pneumatic brake module to the control module, and the control module is configured to set the at least one valve of the pneumatic brake module to an open state or a closed state according to a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in the predetermined configuration.

[0028] The at least one pressure sensor may be included in the pneumatic brake module or the control module. If the at least one pressure sensor is included in the control module, the at least one pressure sensor is operably connected to a corresponding pressure line or valve of the pneumatic brake module to detect the pressure to be monitored. The term "operably connected" refers to any connection that allows the corresponding component to provide the described function. Therefore, when included in the control module, the at least one pressure sensor is operably connected to the pneumatic brake module to detect the corresponding pressure to be monitored. The control device is operably connected to the control module to exchange data, for example to set the at least one valve of the pneumatic brake module to an open state or a closed state according to a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in a predetermined configuration. Therefore, the control module is also operably connected to the pneumatic brake module to control the setting of the at least one valve. Any data exchange can be provided wired or wirelessly.

[0029] In some embodiments, the at least one pressure sensor is configured to transmit a pressure value of the at least one pressure sensor to at least one of a control module and a control device, wherein the control module or the control device is correspondingly configured to compare the received pressure value with a target pressure value associated with a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in a predetermined configuration.

[0030] The at least one pressure sensor can transmit the detected pressure data wirelessly via Bluetooth or 4G or 5G satellite signals. The at least one pressure sensor can transmit the sensor data remotely, in particular via a wireless network, without the need to install a pressure gauge.

[0031] In some embodiments, at least one of the control module and the control device is configured to identify at least one component of the pneumatic brake module associated with a deviation between the received pressure value and the target pressure value.

[0032] For example, a software application may be provided on the control module and / or control device. The software application provides at least one pressure value determination logic to determine whether the at least one valve to be monitored is operating normally or abnormally based on a comparison of a received pressure value with a corresponding target pressure value. If the at least one valve is identified as operating abnormally, the software application may provide a further prediction of the fault type.

[0033] In some embodiments, at least one of the control module and the control device is configured to store monitoring results.

[0034] In some embodiments, at least one of the control module and the control device is configured to generate a monitoring result.

[0035] In some embodiments, the control device is a remote device, preferably a mobile device.

[0036] For example, the control device can be configured to control the control module to set the state of the at least one valve to an open state or a closed state based on a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module in a predetermined configuration, and / or to run a software application to monitor the at least one valve. Thus, if the control device is a remote device (particularly remote from the control module), the control device allows for remote and timely setting and / or monitoring of the at least one valve, regardless of whether the rail vehicle is in motion or parked. Furthermore, if the control device is a mobile device, the functionality provided by the control device can be flexibly provided and used by personnel operating the rail vehicle, as well as personnel responsible for initial startup operations, testing operations, or maintenance operations.

[0037] The brake system can be retrofitted to an already established pneumatic brake module by installing the at least one pressure sensor and by providing the control device with a data interface allowing the control device to communicate with the control module and / or the at least one pressure sensor.

[0038] The control device may allow for remote data exchange, in particular, remote reading of pressure values, analysis of the pressure difference between received pressure values ​​and corresponding target pressure values, and fault information feedback. For fault information feedback, the control device may include a corresponding display and / or may be configured to generate messages, such as monitoring reports, for transmission to other external destinations.

[0039] Any features or functions described with reference to the braking system or any component thereof in relation to the method also apply accordingly to the braking system or its corresponding component. Thus, the braking system or its corresponding component can be configured to perform the corresponding method steps. Conversely, any features or functions described with reference to the method in relation to the braking system or its corresponding component also apply accordingly to the method.

[0040] In another aspect, the invention relates to a rail vehicle comprising a braking system as described above.

[0041] In some embodiments, the rail vehicle is a subway train or includes at least one subway train.

[0042] Any features or functions described with reference to the braking system or any component thereof in relation to the method also apply accordingly to the braking system or its corresponding component, and thus also to the rail vehicle. Conversely, any features or functions described with reference to the method in relation to the rail vehicle also apply to the method.

[0043] In another aspect, the invention relates to a computer program product comprising instructions which, when the program is executed by a computer, cause the computer to carry out at least one method step of the method as described above.

[0044] The computer may be included in the control module or the control device.

[0045] In another aspect, the present invention relates to a computer-readable storage medium comprising instructions which, when the program is executed by a computer, cause the computer to carry out at least one method step of the method as described above.

[0046] The computer may be included in the control module or the control device.

[0047] Further advantages, aspects and details of the invention are derived from the claims, the following description of exemplary embodiments applying the principles of the invention and the corresponding exemplary drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0048] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a rail vehicle including a pneumatic brake module and a control module and a control device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0049] Figure 2 is based on Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a pneumatic brake module including an exemplary predetermined configuration;

[0050] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 a schematic diagram of a control module; and

[0051] Figure 4 is a flow chart of an exemplary embodiment of a method according to the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0052] Figure 1 1 shows a schematic diagram of a rail vehicle 100 including a pneumatic brake module 20 and a control module 30, and a control device 40 according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. The pneumatic brake module 20 is configured to provide a brake pressure for braking one wheel 10 of the rail vehicle 100. However, in other embodiments, the pneumatic brake module 20 can be configured to brake all or a group of wheels 10 of the rail vehicle 100. Therefore, the pneumatic brake module 20 is configured as follows: Figure 2 Shown are pressure lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and valves .01, .07, .09, L04 and other pneumatic components to control the pressure to be applied to or released from the brake cylinder.

[0053] The pneumatic brake module 20 also includes a control module 30. In an alternative embodiment, the control module 30 may be a separate device operatively connected to the pneumatic brake module 20. The control module 30 is configured to control the operation of valves .01, .07, .09, L04 in a given predetermined configuration.

[0054] Control module 30 and control device 40 are configured for bidirectional communication. In an exemplary embodiment, communication between control device 40 and control module 30, and vice versa, is wireless communication. The control device is a remote mobile device, such as a cell phone or tablet equipped with a specific software application, for controlling the control module and receiving pressure values ​​detected by pressure sensors .03, .10, .12, and L03. Control device 40 includes a digital display and command input capabilities.

[0055] Figure 2 Shown according to Figure 1 Schematic diagram of pneumatic brake module 20, including an exemplary predetermined configuration. Pneumatic brake module 20 includes four pressure sensors .03, .10, .12, and .03. However, in other embodiments, the number of sensors may be greater or less than four, depending on the number of valves to be monitored and the pressure determination logic to be applied to evaluate pressure values. Furthermore, in other embodiments, the pressure sensors may be included in control module 30 and operatively connected to pressure lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 of pneumatic brake module 20.

[0056] In the exemplary embodiment, a first pressure sensor .03 detects the pressure in pressure line 1 after it passes through ball valve .01 and the subsequent air filter .02. In a predetermined configuration, first pressure sensor .03 is designed to detect the main pressure according to control module 30. A second pressure sensor .10 is arranged in pressure line 3 to detect parking brake pressure. A third sensor .12 is arranged in the branch of pressure line 1 upstream of ball valve .01 to detect the air supply pressure from the vehicle. A fourth pressure sensor L03 is arranged in pressure line 5 downstream of pressure reducing valve L02 and upstream of ball valve L04. Fourth pressure sensor L03 detects vehicle suspension pressure.

[0057] Figure 3 Shown Figure 1 FIG2 is a schematic diagram of a control module 30. The control module has four signal inputs, indicated by arrows, to receive pressures detected by a first pressure sensor .03, a second pressure sensor .10, a third pressure sensor .12, and a fourth pressure sensor L03. Although not shown, the control module 30 includes at least one output for controlling valves .01, .07, .09, and L04 to open or close them.

[0058] Figure 4 A flow chart of an exemplary embodiment of the method according to the present invention is shown for explaining the operation of a brake system by applying the method. Figure 4 is an exemplary embodiment of the method, but the method of the present invention may not include all method steps according to the given embodiment and may not be performed in the order given by the exemplary embodiment.

[0059] According to the method, the brake system is initialized in step S1. Braking system initialization includes activating control device 40 and pressure sensors .03, .10, .12, and L03. In step S2, the project number, brake cylinder module number, and piping diagram are input into control device 40 to determine a predetermined configuration for pneumatic brake module 20. The predetermined configuration associated with the input project number, brake cylinder module number, and piping diagram is stored in control device 40 to select the corresponding monitoring program.

[0060] In step S3, the monitoring program is executed by the control device 40, controlling the control module 30 to set valves .01, .07, .09, and L04 of the pneumatic brake module 20 to an open state or a closed state according to the predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module 20 in the predetermined configuration, as defined by the monitoring program. To prevent the monitoring program from interfering with the operation of the rail vehicle 100 during travel, the control module 30 is further configured to transmit the actual valve settings to the control device 40, so that the monitoring program can be selected in step S3 based on the valve settings.

[0061] In step S4 , pressure is applied according to the monitoring program, and the pressure sensors .03 , .10 , .12 , and L03 detect corresponding pressure values, which are transmitted to the control device 40 .

[0062] The control device 40 analyzes the received pressure value by comparing the received pressure value with the corresponding target pressure value according to the pressure value judgment logic. Figures 1 to 3 In the exemplary embodiment, the first monitoring routine is used to monitor the operation of ball valve .01. Therefore, when ball valve .01 is set to an open state and the pressure received by first pressure sensor .03 is equal to the pressure received by third pressure sensor .12, the first pressure value determination logic determines that ball valve .01 is operating normally. Furthermore, when ball valve .01 is set to a closed state and the pressure received by first pressure sensor .03 is 0 bar, the first pressure value determination logic determines that ball valve .01 is operating normally. Conversely, when ball valve .01 is set to a closed state and the pressure received by first pressure sensor .03 is greater than 0 bar, ball valve .01 is determined to be abnormal.

[0063] The second pressure determination logic involves monitoring safety valve L01 and pressure reducing valve L02. This second pressure determination logic can be executed as part of the first monitoring routine, as a second monitoring routine, or independently of the first pressure determination logic. Here, when the received pressure value detected by the first pressure sensor .03 upstream of safety valve L01 is less than the pressure required to open the safety valve (here, 7.3 bar), and the received pressure value detected by the fourth pressure sensor L03 downstream of safety valve L01 and subsequent pressure reducing valve L02 is 0 bar, the safety valve L01 and pressure reducing valve L02 are determined to be in a normal state. When the received pressure value detected by the first pressure sensor .03 upstream of safety valve L01 is greater than the pressure required to open the safety valve (here, 7.3 bar), and the received pressure value detected by the fourth pressure sensor L03 downstream of safety valve L01 and subsequent pressure reducing valve L02 corresponds to the reduced pressure pressure (here, 7 bar) required for normal function of pressure reducing valve L02, the safety valve L01 and pressure reducing valve L02 are also determined to be in a normal state. Conversely, when the received pressure value detected by the first pressure sensor .03 upstream of the safety valve L01 is less than the pressure for opening the safety valve (here, 7.3 bar), and the received pressure value detected by the fourth pressure sensor L03 downstream of the safety valve L01 and the subsequent pressure reducing valve L02 is greater than 0 bar, the safety valve L01 is determined to be abnormal. In addition, when the received pressure value detected by the first pressure sensor .03 upstream of the safety valve L01 is greater than the pressure for opening the safety valve (here, 7.3 bar), and the received pressure value detected by the fourth pressure sensor L03 downstream of the safety valve L01 and the subsequent pressure reducing valve L02 is greater than 7 bar, the pressure reducing valve L02 is determined to be abnormal.

[0064] Therefore, in step S7, the control device 40 determines whether the received pressure value indicates normal operation or an abnormality. In the case of an abnormality, the control device 40 provides further fault analysis in step S8 to associate the determined abnormality with a specific fault (such as air leakage, abnormal valve parts, etc.).

[0065] In step S9, the monitoring results are stored in the memory of the control device 40. The monitoring results include received pressure values ​​representing normal operation and received pressure values ​​representing abnormal operation. In an alternative embodiment, the control device 40 may only store received pressure values ​​representing abnormal operation. For any abnormal operation, the control device 40 may also store the specific fault associated with the abnormality determined in step S8.

[0066] In step S10, the control device 40 generates a monitoring report, which is displayed on the control device 40. In other embodiments, the monitoring report may be generated by the control device 40 only when abnormal operation is determined or as needed.

[0067] The present invention has been described with reference to the exemplary embodiment. However, the present invention is not limited to the exemplary embodiment.

[0068] It should also be noted that the terms "and / or" and "at least one" explicitly refer to any of the mentioned alternatives themselves as well as combinations of the mentioned alternatives. In addition, the term "at least one" explicitly includes one corresponding component or unit, but may also include more than one such component or unit.

[0069] Description of Reference Numerals

[0070] 1, .., 6 pressure lines

[0071] 10 wheels

[0072] 20 Pneumatic brake module

[0073] 30 control module

[0074] 40 Control Equipment

[0075] 100 rail vehicles

[0076] .01 Ball Valve

[0077] .02 Air Filter

[0078] .03 Pressure Sensor

[0079] .04 Check Valve

[0080] .05 Pressure Reducing Valve

[0081] .06 Throttling element

[0082] .07 Pulse Valve

[0083] .08 Check Valve

[0084] .09 Ball Valve

[0085] .10 Pressure sensor .12 Pressure sensor L01 Safety Valve L02 Pressure Reducing Valve L03 Pressure Sensor L04 ball valve S1, ..., S10 method steps

Claims

1. A method for monitoring a pneumatic brake module (20) of a rail vehicle (100), comprising the following steps: determining a predetermined configuration (S2) of the pneumatic brake module (20), Setting at least one valve (.01, .07, .09, L04) of the pneumatic brake module (20) to an open state or a closed state (S3) according to a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module (20) in a predetermined configuration, applying a predetermined pressure (S4) on the pressure lines (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6) of the pneumatic brake module (20) associated with the at least one valve (.01, .07, .09, L04) according to a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module (20) in a predetermined configuration, receiving a pressure value (S5) of at least one pressure sensor (.03, .10, .12, L03) associated with said at least one valve (.01, .07, .09, L04), and The received pressure value is compared (S6) to a target pressure value associated with a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module (20) in a predetermined configuration.

2. The method according to claim 1, wherein When the deviation between the received pressure value and the target pressure value reaches a predetermined amount, the method further includes a step (S8) of identifying at least one component of the pneumatic brake module (20) associated with the deviation between the received pressure value and the target pressure value.

3. The method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein The method comprises the further step of storing the monitoring results (S9).

4. The method according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein The method further comprises the step of generating a monitoring report (S10).

5. The method according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein The method further comprises the step (S1) of activating the at least one pressure sensor (.03, .10, .12, L03) before applying the predetermined pressure (S4).

6. A braking system for a rail vehicle (100), the braking system being configured to implement the method according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising: Pneumatic brake module (20), said at least one pressure sensor (.03, .10, .12, L03), a control module (30) operatively connected to or contained in the pneumatic brake module (20), and a control device (40) operatively connected to the control module (30), wherein the control device (40) is configured to provide the control module (30) with a predetermined configuration of the pneumatic brake module (20), and The control module (30) is configured to set the at least one valve (.01, .07, .09, L04) of the pneumatic brake module (20) to an open state or a closed state according to predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module (20) in a predetermined configuration.

7. The braking system according to claim 6, wherein: The at least one pressure sensor (.03, .10, .12, L03) is configured to transmit a pressure value of the at least one pressure sensor (.03, .10, .12, L03) to at least one of a control module (30) and a control device (40), wherein the control module (30) or the control device (40) is correspondingly configured to compare the received pressure value with a target pressure value associated with a predetermined operation of the pneumatic brake module (20) in a predetermined configuration.

8. The braking system according to claim 7, wherein: At least one of the control module (30) and the control device (40) is configured to identify at least one component of the pneumatic brake module (20) associated with a deviation between the received pressure value and the target pressure value.

9. The braking system according to any one of claims 6 to 8, wherein: At least one of the control module (30) and the control device (40) is configured to store the monitoring result.

10. The brake system according to any one of claims 6 to 9, wherein: At least one of the control module (30) and the control device (40) is configured to generate a monitoring result.

11. The brake system according to any one of claims 6 to 10, wherein: The control device (40) is a remote device, preferably a mobile device.

12. Railway vehicle (100) comprising a braking system according to any one of claims 6 to 11.

13. The rail vehicle (100) according to claim 12, wherein: The rail vehicle is a subway train or includes at least one subway train.

14. Computer program product comprising instructions which, when the program is executed by a computer, cause the computer to carry out at least one method step of the method according to any one of claims 1 to 5.

15. A computer-readable storage medium comprising instructions which, when the program is executed by a computer, cause the computer to implement at least one method step of the method according to any one of claims 1 to 5.

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