platform

Abstract

The invention relates to a platform (1) for rail vehicles (100), comprising at least one platform (2), wherein a chassis (3) is arranged below the platform (2).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a platform for rail vehicles with at least one platform.

[0002] Currently, boarding passenger rail vehicles at platforms is either level or slightly different. To compensate for height differences, folding ladders and movable ramps for wheelchair users are also available on rail vehicles.

[0003] The expansion of rail transport and rail connections requires the construction of new stations. To accelerate this expansion, it has already been proposed and implemented to build platforms with precast concrete components, which will significantly reduce construction time.

[0004] From DE 10 2011 018 618 A1 and DE 40 17 053 A1, generic platforms for rail vehicles are known.

[0005] The invention is based on the technical problem of creating a platform by means of which flexibility is further improved.

[0006] The solution to the technical problem is provided by a platform having the features of claim 1. Further advantageous embodiments of the invention emerge from the subclaims.

[0007] The platform for a rail vehicle comprises at least one platform, with a chassis arranged beneath the platform. This makes the platform mobile and can be flexibly moved very quickly to a location to enable boarding or alighting from a rail vehicle. The platform can be moved to a location only temporarily, for example to enable disembarkation from a broken-down rail vehicle or to replace a platform that is temporarily closed. However, it can also be parked for a longer period. The mobile platform can also be used as a request stop for rail-based on-demand services and represent a flexible alternative to permanently located station or stopping point infrastructure. The platform has at least one extendable or fold-out staircase.

[0008] In one embodiment, the vehicle has a drive so that the mobile platform can be moved independently to a desired position. However, the platform can also be designed without its own drive, in which case it is moved to its desired position by a suitable towing vehicle.

[0009] In a further embodiment, the chassis has wheels or a chain drive or ramp drive. The wheels can be designed for road or rail operation.

[0010] In another embodiment, the platform and the chassis are detachably connected, for example, by screwing. This allows a platform to be flexibly connected to a suitable chassis that is best suited for a specific target position. For this purpose, the platform can be designed with eyelets so that, for example, a crane can remove the platform from one chassis and place it on another.

[0011] In a further embodiment, the platform has a lifting device for the platform, allowing the platform to be adjusted to the height of the respective rail vehicle at its desired position. Furthermore, this allows the platform to be lowered during movement, thus lowering the center of gravity and improving stability during movement.

[0012] In a further embodiment, the platform has at least one extendable or foldable ramp. A ramp can be provided to access the platform from the ground. Additionally or alternatively, a ramp can be provided to enable boarding or disembarking from the rail vehicle. Furthermore, a lifting platform can also be provided, serving as an alternative or supplement to the stairs or ramp to enable barrier-free access to the platform.

[0013] In another embodiment, the platform has extendable supports to secure the platform. These can then, for example, support or replace the service brakes to prevent the platform from rolling away.

[0014] In a further embodiment, the platform is designed to move to a target position automatically or remotely. The platform can be equipped with cameras, distance sensors, and position detection devices. Furthermore, the platform includes a communication interface for, for example, bidirectional data exchange with a control center.

[0015] The drive unit can be a battery or an internal combustion engine. Hybrid drives are also possible.

[0016] In a further embodiment, the platform has interfaces for an electrical power supply so that, for example, travel information displays can be supplied with electrical energy.

[0017] The invention is explained in more detail below using preferred embodiments. The figures show: Fig. 1 a schematic representation of a platform in a first embodiment, Fig. 2 a schematic representation of a platform in a second embodiment and Fig. 3 a schematic representation of a platform in a third embodiment.

[0018] In the Fig. 1 schematically shows a platform 1 in front of a rail vehicle 100. Platform 1 has a platform 2 and a chassis 3. A railing 4 is arranged on platform 2. The chassis 3 has wheels 5 for road traffic. Furthermore, the chassis 3 has a motor 6 with associated control electronics and communication interfaces 7, by means of which the platform 1 can communicate with a control center (not shown) and / or the rail vehicles 100. A lifting device 8 is arranged between the chassis 3 and platform 2, by means of which the platform 2 can be moved vertically, which is symbolized by a double arrow. Finally, the platform 1 has a fold-out staircase 9 with steps 10, which can be pivoted according to the double arrow. The staircase 9 can be pushed into or under the platform 2 in the horizontal orientation (i.e., when it is parallel to the platform 2).Also shown is a person 50 standing on platform 2 to board the rail vehicle 100. Platform 1 can be configured to be navigated to a desired position automatically or remotely. In the example shown, the platform is relatively short, only slightly longer than the width of the door of the rail vehicle 100. However, platform 2 can also have a length of one carriage. Furthermore, platform 1 can have a coupling means for connecting one platform 1 to another platform 1.

[0019] In the Fig. Figure 2 shows an alternative embodiment, the only difference being that the chassis 3 has wheel sets 11 for rails 12 instead of wheels 5 for road traffic, meaning that the platform 1 can also be considered a rail vehicle. Thus, the platform 1 can be moved on adjacent tracks to the rail vehicle 100.

[0020] In the Fig. Finally, Figure 3 shows a further alternative embodiment of a platform 1, wherein the chassis 3 has a chain drive 13. List of reference symbols 1 platform 2 Platform 3 Chassis 4 railings 5 wheel 6 Engine 7 Communication interface 8 Lifting device 9 Stairs 10th level 11 Wheel set 12 rails 13 Chain drive 50 people 100 rail vehicles

Claims

[1] Platform (1) for rail vehicles (100), comprising at least one platform (2), wherein a chassis (3) is arranged below the platform (2), characterized by that the platform (1) has at least one extendable or fold-out staircase (9). [2] Platform according to claim 1, characterized by that the chassis (3) has a drive. [3] Platform according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by that the chassis (3) has wheels (5, 11) or a chain drive (13). [4] Platform according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the platform (2) and the chassis (3) are detachably connected to each other. [5] Platform according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the platform (1) has a lifting device (8) for the platform (2). [6] Platform according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat the platform (1) has at least one extendable or fold-out ramp and / or a lifting platform. [7] Platform according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the platform (1) has extendable supports. [8] Platform according to one of claims 2 to 7, characterized by that the platform (1) is designed to move to a desired position automatically or remotely. [9] Platform according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the platform (1) has interfaces for an electrical power supply.

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