Design and Implementation of Wireless Railway Gate Control System with Obstacle Detection and Train Communication | IJET – Volume 12 Issue 2 | IJET-V12I2P148

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Volume 12, Issue 2  |  Published: April 2026

Author: K.S.Preethi, P.Pavithra, S.Prathiba

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Abstract

This paper presents a wireless railway gate control system with obstacle detection aimed at improving safety at railway level crossings. The system uses RF communication between a train unit and a gate control unit to automate gate operations. When a train approaches, a signal is transmitted to close the gate automatically, and it reopens after the train passes. The system also incorporates obstacle detection to prevent accidents caused by vehicles or pedestrians stuck on the track. This automated solution reduces human error, ensures timely operation, and enhances overall railway safety.

Keywords

Railway Automation, RF Communication, Obstacle Detection, Arduino, Safety System

Conclusion

The wireless railway gate control system provides a reliable and cost-effective solution for automating railway crossings. It reduces human intervention and minimizes accidents through timely gate control and obstacle detection. The system can be further enhanced by integrating IoT technologies and real-time monitoring systems.

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