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Start Date
09-01-2025
End Date
10-04-2025
Current Status
Completed

SMOOTH

Smart Monitoring of Onboard Condition and Optimisation for Traveller Harmony

Project Overview

Project SMOOTH is an innovative passenger comfort monitoring solution developed by IVY TECH to enhance rail travel experiences across the UK. Leveraging the proven ORiV® platform, this wireless, retrofittable system continuously monitors vibrations, noise levels, temperature, and air quality within train carriages. By capturing real-time data and applying AI-powered analytics, SMOOTH helps rail operators proactively address onboard issues improving ride quality while reducing maintenance overheads.

In support of the UK’s sustainable transport goals, SMOOTH blends advanced sensor technologies with intelligent diagnostics to create a smarter, more responsive rail environment. IVY TECH’s extensive experience in industrial monitoring and emissions reduction ensures the system delivers both technical reliability and environmental benefit.

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Project Outcome & Key Contributions

Main Outcomes:

  • Development of hardware and dashboard for passenger monitoring.

  • Two potential IPR or patentable technologies

  • Development of sensor hardware and enclosure to house 8 different sensors

Challenges Addressed:

  • Lack of real-time insight into onboard environmental conditions

  • Inconsistent passenger comfort due to undetected vibration or air quality issues

  • Demand for non-invasive, retrofit solutions compatible with legacy fleets

IVY TECH’s Contributions:

  • Led full-cycle development, from design to deployment

  • Integrated ORiV® platform with bespoke multi-sensor technology

  • Delivered advanced AI diagnostics for live performance insights

Key Developments:

  • Custom sensor enclosure and robust embedded system

  • Scalable diagnostics platform powered by real-time sensor data

  • Enhanced intervention capabilities for rail operators

Project Partners

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