Hitachi and Nvidia Join Forces to Revolutionise Railway Maintenance with AI Technology
Hitachi Rail Ltd. has collaborated with Nvidia Corp. to launch an AI-powered railway maintenance service. The service allows railway operators to collect and analyse data from train car sensors for proactive maintenance. Hitachi and Nvidia have formed their first joint venture in the railway sector.
The service, which uses Nvidia's cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology, aims to transform how railway operators manage maintenance tasks.
This collaboration will allow railway operators to use data collected from sensors on train cars to monitor vehicle bodies, railways, and communication devices. Using AI algorithms trained with industry-specific knowledge, operators can quickly identify and address potential issues before they escalate.
This ground-breaking initiative is Hitachi's and Nvidia's first foray into the railway sector. Earlier this year, Hitachi announced a strategic alliance with Nvidia to integrate AI across multiple industries, with this railway maintenance service being a significant result of their collaboration.
Hitachi Rail intends to roll out this advanced service to railway operators worldwide, emphasising the use of Nvidia's AI technology. The implementation of AI is expected to streamline maintenance processes, potentially reducing vehicle repair costs by up to 15% through efficient part replacement strategies.
Hitachi Rail Ltd. collaborates with Nvidia Corp. to introduce an AI-powered railway maintenance service.
The service enables railway operators to collect and analyse data from train car sensors for proactive maintenance.
This marks the first joint venture in the railway sector between Hitachi and Nvidia.
Source: NIPPON