Wabtec Tech Talk @PoliTO: Railway Brake Systems: Complexity, Safety, and Innovation in Modern Rail Mobility

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When: November 19, 2025 h.13:00-14:30
Where: Classroom 5M
Who: MA students from Data Science and Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electric and Electronmic Engineering, Engineering and Management, Computer Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering and Nanotechnologies for ICTs and PhD candidates from Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Computer and Control Engineering, Mechanical Management and Production Engineering and Aerospace Engineering. Please note that the event will be held in English.


Join this Tech Talk with Wabtec!

Wabtec Corporation is a global leader in providing advanced equipment, systems, and digital solutions for the freight and transit rail industries. With over a century of engineering excellence, Wabtec continues to shape the future of rail mobility through innovation, safety, and sustainability.
This Tech Talk will explore the engineering journey behind railway brake systems, a cornerstone of rail safety and operational control. From freight to high-speed trains, brake systems are designed to manage deceleration, ensuring passenger and cargo protection, and integrate seamlessly into complex vehicle architectures. The session will elaborate into the multidisciplinary challenges of brake system design, including mechanical, pneumatic, electronic, and software integration. We will highlight how innovation drives performance improvements, predictive maintenance, and digitalization, while maintaining rigorous safety standards.

Registrer at this link by November 17! We are waiting for you!