HITACHI Ltd. has launched a new railway maintenance service using the artificial intelligence technology of US semiconductor giant Nvidia Corp., seeking to attract railway operators worldwide.
HMAX, showcased in late September at the InnoTrans 2024 railway technology trade fair in Berlin, uses cameras and sensors mounted on trains to gather operational data, which AI analyzes to detect abnormalities and predict the best timing for replacing parts.
It is the first commercial application of Hitachi’s AI solutions in railway maintenance, and the development comes after the company announced its partnership with Nvidia in March. It has been introduced to some routes in Britain and Italy, the company said.
HMAX employs Nvidia’s advanced graphics processing units to instantly analyze images and sensor data, such as heat and vibration, collected from trains in service.
It allows for more frequent data collection than traditional maintenance methods, helping minimize parts replacement and improve overall safety.
Kyodo
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