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ISCS Solutions for Rail Transit

Solution Overview

Dual-network redundancy, three-tier security and DFOS for metro ISCS

MRD delivers an integrated solution for the Integrated Supervision and Control System (ISCS) in rail transit, featuring high‑reliability dual‑network redundancy, three‑tier security protection, and distributed fiber‑optic sensing. The solution addresses three core requirements: absolute reliability of the A/B dual networks, security isolation across subsystems, and real‑time condition awareness of critical equipment.

Industry Challenges

ISCS integrates power, environment, fire, signaling and more; its network directly affects train safety and operations dispatch.

  • Business is never for uninterrupted

    A/B dual networks are independent, and services will not be affected by any network failure.
  • Safe isolation of multiple subsystems

    To prevent the spread of risks between subsystems, regional isolation + deep packet inspection are required
  • The status of key equipment can not be known

    Tunnel environment, battery cabinet, etc. Continuous temperature monitoring required
  • Poor station environment

    The equipment needs to be resistant to vibration, dust, and adapt to wide-temperature
Industry Challenges

MRD Solution Matrix

ISCS typically uses independent parallel A/B dual networks; we offer two schemes for different reliability levels.

1. MRD  ISCS Dual Network Redundant Scheme Details

ISCS systems generally use A/B dual-network independent and row architecture. We provide two sets of solutions to adapt to different levels of can reliability, etc.

Option 1: Classic dual redundant ring network solution (mature, cost-effective)

Applicable scenarios:standard station ISCS system, renovation of existing lines.

Network solution status: single-loop two-node and double-loop two-node

Core capability:

Each station deploys two independent redundant ring networks (A and B networks)

Self-healing of each ring network when the interval ≤ 50ms

The dual network ports of the terminal equipment and the server are respectively connected to the A network and the B network.

Each ISCS subsystem (such as Bas, FAS) passes the Din-Rail switch to connect to the two-loop network separately

Device adopts high MTBF, high Lifetimeindustrial switch

Typical applications: Wuhan Line 2, Hefei Line 1, Fuzhou Line 1, Haishi Line 10

Typical integrated monitoring network 1—Wuhan Line 2 ISCS

Comprehensive monitoring typical network 2—Hefei Line 1 ISCS

Comprehensive monitoring typical network 3—Fuzhou Line 1 ISCS

Integrated Monitoring Typical Networking 4 - Sea Line 10 ISCS

Comprehensive monitoring overall solution

Option 2: Generation HSR/PRP zero-loss redundant solution (Ultimate can rely on)

Applicable scenarios:Fully automatic operation lines (GoA3/4), for zero breaking have mandatory core lines.

the scheme is based on IEC 62439-3 standard promulgated by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC):

HSR (high can reliability seamless redundant, IEC62439-3-5): dual send and receive, zero packet loss, zero switching

PRP (and line redundant protocol, IEC62439-3-4): dual network hardware level and line redundant

Core capability ①: HSR - Zero millisecond switching

Traditional dual network: rely on software to detect the heartbeat, switch, save in tens of milliseconds.

MRD  HSR Scheme: Dual-Send Receiving Mechanism - The data packets are sent in both directions of the ring, and the receiver selects the first-to-reach packet. When there is no packet loss, switch between when and for 0 milliseconds.

HSR high can reliability seamless redundant backbone network

Core capability ②: PRP - dual network hardware level redundant

Each node (such as a PLC) is connected to two independent and physically isolated networks (A network and B network) at the same time. The node in the dual network has the same IP and MAC address, and the same data is sent to the dual network at the same time. Either of the A/B networks is completely ineffective, and the business has zero impact.

Core capability ③: HSR + PRP hybrid networking

HSR + PRP Single IP Zero millisecond redundant network

HSR + PRP Single IP Zero millisecond redundant network

the can in backbone layer adopts HSR ring network, the access layer adopts PRP, and the achieves zero interruption from the terminal to the backbone.

One step closer: can rely on the software achieves A/B network switching, sinking to the hardware layer to complete, freeing up CPU resources.

for Customer Value

Meet the strict requirements of fully automatic operation line for network interruption, and prepare for future GoA4 level unmanned driving.

2. MRD Level 3 Safety Protection Module

ISCS systems face three major security challenges: network structure risk, system vulnerability risk, and protocol risk. Traditional IT firewalls do not recognize industrial control protocols, and anti-virus software often affects system stability. for this reason, MRD  has launched a three-level security protection module designed specifically for ISCs to isolate and protect station for units.

protection hierarchy Core functions Technology achieves
Smart protection Only specific format data passes are allowed; for all access ISCS system data flows for control protection Packet format, key bits, flow depth query and control
Audit testing Illegal access monitoring; network for auditing Real when detects abnormal access and records the entire network access log
Host protection Deny viruses/Trojans; Deny unauthorized USB access; Deny unauthorized processes; Deny unauthorized network access Terminal whitelist mechanism, USB port control
data isolation One-way transmission characteristics to ensure that the packet has no one-way passes and no feedback; prevent important data leaks One-way gatekeeper technology, physical grade data diodes

Security module product form

We provide two deployment methods to flexibly adapt to different security, etc. level requirements:

Embedded security board: Can be plugged into a TNM6000/TNM4000 modular switch, eliminating the need for a separate device and simplifying the architecture.

Stand-alone security gateway: for high security, etc. level areas.

Core technical features:

Status packet detection firewall: supports IP and MAC address filtering

Layer-2 bridge mode: no IP address, zero impact for existing networks, very safe

Protocol-level in-depth capacity checking: Supports Modbus/TCP, OPC, Ethernet/IP, etc. industrial control protocols

Simple deployment and management: modular board, plug and play

for Customer Value

One set of solutions solves the four major problems of network security partitioning, industrial control protocol identification, host reinforcement, and data one-way isolation, to meet, etc. Warranty 2.0 for rail transit Critical Information Infrastructure Requirements.

3. Distributed Optical Fiber Thermometry (DTS) - ISCS “Temperature Neurology”

MRD  and Germany AP Sensing (formerly the core technology inheritor of Agilent Technology) cooperate in depth to provide a distributed optical fiber temperature measurement (DTS) system as a key sensing layer for ISCs in tunnel fire monitoring and battery pack thermal runaway warning scenarios.

TNM4000 series linear fiber optic sensing monitoring equipment

characteristic Technical indicators for ISCS Value
Measure distance 2/4/8/20/30/40/50kmcan selection Covering long tunnel sections
Sampling interval <4km when 0.15m;>4km when 0.25m Submeter level positioning fire point
Temperature accuracy standard deviation ± 0.6°C Accurate early warning of thermal runaway
Measurement mode Single- or double-ended (fiber-optic cable redundant) Fiber optic cable rupture can continue to be monitored
temperature range -250℃ to +750℃ The same when adapting to low-temperature environments and high-temperature fires
Technical principles Raman scattering + optical when domain reflection (OTDR) Continuous No Dead Angle Temperature Measurement
Fire certification EN54-22 / UL521 / ULC-S530 / FM / KFI The world’s most comprehensive fire protection certification, with over 2,000 units installed worldwide
open interface Supports Modbus protocol and SCPI programming instructions Seamless access to ISCS system

Two core application scenarios

Scene ①

Tunnel fire monitoring

  • Quickly can rely on fire alarms, and monitor the size and direction of the fire
  • Open interface (LAN/Modbus) for easy integration into ISCS
  • Fiber optic cable redundant setting: achieves full monitoring even if the fiber optic cable breaks
  • Passes IEC600331-25 certified sensing fiber optic cable
Scene ②

Battery pack thermal runaway monitoring

  • Charging and discharging benchmark data modeling to identify abnormal charging and discharging
  • Accurately determine the temperature status of each module
  • Periodic charging abnormality monitoring, early warning of thermal runaway
  • can same as when monitoring multi-accumulator battery cabinet

System software functions

Distributed temperature monitoringAsset can visualization (temperature overlay GIS map)Multi-level alarm managementCentral database and historical data queryAnalysis and Report Generation

for Customer Value

A set of optical fibers that solve tunnel fire warning and battery health monitoring at the same time, passive, EMI-resistant, and covering several kilometers, are the differentiated tools of ISCs in the "perception layer".

Industry Benchmark

Industry Benchmark

Typical application lines

  • Benchmark line:

    Wuhan Line 2, Hefei Line 1, Fuzhou Line 1, Haishi Line 10, etc. The line has adopted the MRD™ Meridian ® ISCs dual network redundant scheme.

  • Program features:

    Classic dual redundant ring network, A/B independent dual network, each self-healing between when ≤ 50ms, verified the long-term stable operation of comprehensive monitoring scenarios.

Core Product

TNM6000 Core Industrial Switch

TNM6000 Core Industrial Switch

Up to 80 Gigabit + 8×10G ports; PoE IEEE 802.3af/at; any two ports can form self-healing rings with multiple independent rings; Layer-2 QoS rate limiting and traffic shaping for tiered Ethernet bandwidth services

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TNM6000 core industrial switchMaximum support 80 Gigabit ports +8 10g ports can support PoE power supply, support IEEE 802.3af, 802.3atstandard can support any two...eth-l3-mgtSee product details

MRD Product Reliability Design DNA

Every solution is built on relentless pursuit of product fundamentals. We disclose the following design details for the most demanding engineering review:

  • MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)

    Device-level stress prediction based on the SR-332 algorithm; system MTBF exceeds one million hours.
  • Service Life

    Not only datasheet ratings—measured estimates based on electrolytic capacitor capacitance fade at minimum operating parameters @ operating temperature.
Product Comparison
Thermal
Corrosion Protection
PCB
Network Isolation
Power
Software Robustness
Our Products
Intake airflow design (more even airflow)
Conductive oxidation (ensures grounding continuity)
ENIG plating (anti-oxidation, high mating durability)
Per-port independent magnetics (cleaner fault isolation)
Isolated power (surge immunity, crosstalk prevention)
Periodic memory checks (prevent memory-leak buildup)
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Typical Alternatives
Forced-air design
Paint coating
Tin plating
Multi-port integrated magnetics
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Why Choose MRD

  • Dual Network + Security + Sensing in One
    Dual Network + Security + Sensing in One

    High-reliability dual-network redundancy, three-level security, and distributed fiber sensing—one-stop ISCS network + security + sensing.

  • Standards First
    Standards First

    HSR/PRP fully complies with IEC 62439-3 for zero-interruption FAO networks.

  • Deep Understanding of Industrial Protocols
    Deep Understanding of Industrial Protocols

    Security modules perform deep protocol inspection for Modbus/TCP, OPC, EtherNet/IP—not a generic firewall port.

  • Globally Proven DTS
    Globally Proven DTS

    Partnered with AP Sensing (former Agilent core tech); among the world's most complete fire certifications; 2000+ installations.

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Solution 1

Classic Dual Redundant Ring (proven, high value)

Use cases: standard station ISCS and existing-line retrofit.

Current status of network solutions

It supports two typical networking modes, single-ring, double-node and double-ring, and is suitable for stations of different sizes.

Core capability

Each station deploys two independent redundant ring networks (A network and B network), and each ring network heals itself when the interval is ≤ 50ms.

The dual network ports of the terminal equipment and the server are respectively connected to the A network and the B network.

The Din-Rail switches at the passes end of each ISCS subsystem (such as Bas, FAS) are respectively connected to the two-ring network.

The equipment adopts high MTBF and high life industrial switch.

Typical applications:Wuhan Line 2, Hefei Line 1, Fuzhou Line 1, Haishi Line 10.

Solution 2

Next-Gen HSR/PRP Zero-Loss Redundancy (ultimate reliability)

Use cases: GoA3/4 fully automatic lines and core lines requiring zero interruption. Based on IEC 62439-3.

Core capability 1

HSR - zero millisecond handover

The traditional dual network relies on software to detect the heartbeat, switch, and save for tens of milliseconds. The MRD  HSR scheme uses a dual-send and receive mechanism - the data packets are sent in both directions of the ring, and the receiver selects the first-to-reach packet. When there is no packet loss, switch between when and for 0 milliseconds.

Core capability 2

PRP - Dual Network Hardware Level Redundant

Each node (such as a PLC) is connected to two independent and physically isolated networks (A network and B network) at the same time. The node in the dual network has the same IP and MAC address, and the same data is sent to the dual network at the same time. Either of the A/B networks is completely ineffective, and the business has zero impact.

Core capability three

HSR+PRP hybrid networking

the can in backbone layer adopts HSR ring network, the access layer adopts PRP, and the achieves zero interruption from the terminal to the backbone. can rely on the software achieves A/B network switching to the hardware layer to complete, freeing up CPU resources.

for Customer Value:Meet the strict requirements of fully automatic operation line for network interruption, and prepare for future GoA4 level unmanned driving.