Restored steam locomotives
We are blessed with an abundance of steam locomotives that are in operating condition today. But do they use modern technology to function?
Cody answers this question in this video of Ask Trains.
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In the UK, all trains operating on the main line have to have certain modern systems operating. A form of PTC for steam locos is being developed. However they already have a system called TPWS or Train Protection and Warning System that activates the brakes if they pass a restricted signal too fast. They also have an eventblogger called OTMR or on Train Monitoring and Recording.