Story: Tram assist suite

In urban mixed traffic, trams operate among cars, cyclists, and pedestrians, where tight intersections, limited visibility, and unpredictable situations are part of daily operations. The Bosch tram assist suite uses camera, radar, and LiDAR technology from the automotive sector to support drivers in the front and near range as well as laterally. An additional system in the cabin detects driver fatigue and distraction. Together, the systems help reduce collision risks.

Tram assist systems

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Tram forward assist plus

Dense urban traffic, limited visibility—a car suddenly blocks the track area, an object lies on the rails. The tram driver needs advance warning to react in time. For exactly this purpose, Tram Forward Assist Plus combines camera, radar, and LiDAR sensors, monitors the frontal area far ahead, detects vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians early, and provides the necessary reaction time before the situation becomes critical.

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Tram near range assist

At the stop, a child exits and runs directly in front of the tram, outside the driver's field of vision, or a person is in the coupling area. Ultrasonic sensors monitor the near range, Tram Near Range Assist detects persons directly in front of the vehicle, warns the driver in time, and additionally supports correct door opening on the proper platform side.

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Tram focus assist

A long shift, monotonous route guidance—attention wanes. Or a medical emergency occurs without anyone immediately noticing it. In both cases, Tram Focus Assist analyzes the driver's gaze behavior and head position, detects signs of fatigue or distraction, and warns in time to provide support when it matters most.

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