Digitalization and Dynamic Criticality Analysis for Railway Asset Management

Autor: Mauricio Rodríguez Hernández, Antonio Sánchez-Herguedas, Vicente González-Prida, Sebastián Soto Contreras, Adolfo Crespo Márquez
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2024
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Zdroj: Applied Sciences, Vol 14, Iss 22, p 10642 (2024)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2076-3417
DOI: 10.3390/app142210642
Popis: The primary aim of this paper is to support the optimization of asset management in railway infrastructure through digitalization and criticality analysis. It addresses the current challenges in railway infrastructure management, where data-driven decision making and automation are key for effective resource allocation. The paper presents a methodology that emphasizes the development of a robust data model for criticality analysis, along with the advantages of integrating advanced digital tools. A master table is designed to rank assets and automatically calculate criticality through a novel asset attribute characterization (AAC) process. Digitalization facilitates dynamic, on-demand criticality assessments, which are essential in managing complex networks. The study also underscores the importance of combining digital technology adoption with organizational change management. The data process and structure proposed can be viewed as an ontological framework adaptable to various contexts, enabling more informed and efficient asset ranking decisions. This methodology is derived from its application to a metropolitan railway network, where thousands of assets were evaluated, providing a practical approach for conducting criticality assessments in a digitized environment.
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