Development of an Algorithm for an Anti-theft System for the Rail Transport ContactLine

The given article presents the results of the development of algorithms for the operation of elements of the anti-theft system of the contact line dedicated to limit the cases of theft of contact and catenary wires and elements of tensioning devices. The implementation of the system not only reduces the financial losses caused by devastation and theft of infrastructure, but also significantly improves the safety of employees, passengers and bystanders. Constant monitoring of the parameters of the overhead contact line and the transmission of alarm signals in real time to the relevant services (SOK and Police) ensures high efficiency of the system. In addition, the creation of a power supply system for devices mounted on (or near) the contact line, which does not have a galvanic connection to the overhead line, will increase the reliability and availability of traction power supply systems.