Railway applications - Line categories for managing the interface between load limits of vehicles and infrastructure

This European Standard describes methods of classification of existing and new railway lines and the categorization of vehicles. The standard specifies the technical requirements for ensuring the compatibility of the interface between a vehicle and infrastructure with respect to the vertical load carrying capacity of a line. The standard is suitable for use on freight, passenger and mixed traffic lines with standard track gauge and wider than standard track gauge. It contains requirements relevant to:
-   classification of the vertical load carrying capacity of railway infrastructure;
-   design of railway vehicles;
-   determination of payload limits of freight wagons.
A summary of the classification of infrastructure and the categorization of vehicles is given in Annex B.
The assessment of the vertical load carrying capacity of civil engineering structures, track, sub-grade and earthworks by the use of the load models defined in Annex A permits the classification of infrastructure into line categories.
This European Standard identifies on which lines vehicles are compatible to the infrastructure for regular traffic regarding vertical load effects.
Line categories are provided for:
-   all traffic types;
-   heavy freight traffic;
-   locomotives;
-   multiple units;
-   lightweight passenger traffic.
Mobile railway infrastructure construction and maintenance equipment (e.g. rail mounted plant, cranes) in working mode and portable trolleys as defined by EN 13977 are outside the scope of this European Standard.
This European Standard does not cover the system used in Great Britain, where all lines and vehicles are classified in accordance with the RA (Route Availability) System. A guide to the equivalent categories in accordance with this European Standard is given in Annex Q.
This European Standard does not cover requirements relating to the maximum total mass or maximum length of a train.
The requirements of this European Standard do not replace any regulations related to running behaviour of vehicles described by the assessment quantities for running safety, track loading and ride characteristics (see EN 14363).
This Standard does not impose any requirements to vehicles or infrastructure, but gives guidance to a simplified management of the interface between vehicles and infrastructure.
Publication of line categories is outside the scope of this European Standard.

Bahnanwendungen - Streckenklassen zur Behandlung der Schnittstelle zwischen Lastgrenzen der Fahrzeuge und Infrastruktur

Diese Europäische Norm beschreibt Klassifizierungsverfahren für bestehende und neue Eisenbahnstrecken und die Einstufung von Fahrzeugen. Die Norm gibt die technischen Anforderungen an, um die Kompatibilität der Schnittstelle zwischen einem Fahrzeug und der Infrastruktur hinsichtlich der vertikalen Tragfähigkeit einer Strecke sicherzustellen. Die Norm ist für den Gebrauch auf Güter-, Personen- und Mischverkehrsstrecken mit Normal- und Breitspur geeignet. Sie enthält Anforderungen, die Folgendes betreffen:
-   die Klasseneinteilung der vertikalen Tragfähigkeit der Eisenbahninfrastruktur;
-   die Konstruktion von Schienenfahrzeugen;
-   die Bestimmung der Nutzlastgrenzen von Güterwagen.
Im Anhang B wird ein Überblick über die Klasseneinteilung der Infrastruktur und die Einstufung der Fahrzeuge gegeben.
Die Beurteilung der vertikalen Tragfähigkeit von Ingenieurbauwerken, Oberbau und Unterbau und Erd-bauwerken unter Verwendung der in Anhang A definierten Lastmodelle ermöglicht die Klasseneinteilung der Infrastruktur in Streckenklassen.
Diese Europäische Norm bestimmt, auf welchen Strecken Fahrzeuge für den Regelverkehr hinsichtlich vertikaler Lasteinwirkungen kompatibel zur Infrastruktur sind.
Streckenklassen werden für Folgendes festgelegt:
-   sämtliche Verkehrsarten;
-   Schwerlastverkehr;
-   Lokomotiven;
-   Triebzüge;
-   Personennahverkehr.
Tragbare Rollwagen, wie in EN 13977 festgelegt, fallen nicht in den Anwendungsbereich dieser Europäischen Norm, ebenso wie der Arbeitseinsatz von Wartungsfahrzeugen (z. B. schienengebundene Geräte, Krane).
Diese Europäische Norm umfasst nicht das in Großbritannien verwendete System, wo alle Strecken und Fahrzeuge nach dem RA-System (Route Availability) eingeteilt werden. Eine Anleitung zu den äquivalenten Klassen nach dieser Norm wird in Anhang Q gegeben.
Diese Europäische Norm behandelt keine Anforderungen hinsichtlich der maximalen Gesamtmasse oder der maximalen Zuglänge.
Die Anforderungen dieser Europäischen Norm ersetzen nicht die Bestimmungen zum Fahrverhalten von Fahr¬zeugen, das anhand der Bewertungsgrößen für die Fahrsicherheit, Gleisbelastung und Fahreigenschaften beschrieben wird (siehe EN 14363).
Diese Norm führt keine Anforderungen an Fahrzeuge oder an die Infrastruktur auf, sondern enthält Leitlinien für eine vereinfachte Handhabung der Schnittstelle zwischen Fahrzeugen und der Infrastruktur.
Die Veröffentlichung von Streckenklassen fällt nicht in den Anwendungsbereich dieser Europäischen Norm.

Applications ferroviaires - Catégories de ligne pour la gestion des interfaces entre limites de charges des véhicules et de l'infrastructure

La présente Norme européenne décrit les méthodes de classification des lignes de chemins de fer existantes et nouvelles ainsi que la catégorisation des véhicules. La norme spécifie les exigences techniques pour assurer la compatibilité de l’interface entre les véhicules et l’infrastructure par rapport à la capacité de charge portante verticale d’une ligne. La norme est adaptée à l’utilisation sur les lignes « fret », « voyageur » et à trafic mixte dont les voies ont un écartement standard ou plus grand, et contient des exigences relatives à :
-   la classification de la capacité de charge portante verticale d’une infrastructure ferroviaire ;
-   la conception des véhicules ferroviaires ;
-   la détermination des limites de charge utile des wagons de fret.
Un résumé de la classification des infrastructures et de la catégorisation des véhicules est donné en Annexe B.
L’évaluation de la capacité de charge portante verticale des ouvrages d’art, de la voie, de la sous-couche et des plateformes, par l’utilisation de modèles de charge définis dans l’Annexe A, permet la classification de l’infrastructure en catégories de ligne.
La présente Norme européenne identifie sur quelles lignes les véhicules sont compatibles avec l’infrastructure, pour un trafic normal et des effets de charges verticales.
Des catégories de ligne sont prévues pour :
-   tous les types de trafic ;
-   le service de fret lourd ;
-   les locomotives ;
-   les rames automotrices ;
   le service voyageur léger.
Les lorries tels que définis dans l’EN 13977 ne relèvent pas du domaine d’application de la présente Norme européenne, de même que la configuration de travail des véhicules de maintenance (par exemple plateformes montées sur rail, grues).
La présente Norme Européenne ne couvre pas le système utilisé en Grande-Bretagne où toutes les lignes et tous les véhicules sont classés en conformité avec le système RA (Route Availability). Un guide d’équivalence de ces classes par rapport à la présente Norme Européenne est fourni en Annexe Q.
La présente Norme européenne ne traite pas des exigences relatives à la masse totale maximale, ou à la longueur maximale d’un train.
Les exigences de la présente Norme européenne ne remplacent pas les règlementations relatives au comportement dynamique des véhicules décrit par les grandeurs d’évaluation de la sécurité de circulation, de la sollicitation de la voie et de la qualité de marche (voir l’EN 14363).
La présente Norme n’impose aucune exigence aux véhicules ou à l’infrastructure, mais elle fournit des lignes directrices pour une gestion simplifiée de l’interface entre les véhicules et l’infrastructure.
La publication des catégories de ligne ne relève pas du domaine d’application de la présente Norme européenne.

Železniške naprave - Kategorizacija prog za upravljanje vmesnika med dopustnimi obremenitvami vozil in infrastrukturo

Ta evropski standard določa metode za razvrščanje obstoječih in novih železniških prog ter kategorizacijo vozil. Standard določa tehnične zahteve za zagotavljanje združljivosti vmesnika med vozilom in infrastrukturo, kar zadeva navpično nosilnost linije. Standard je primeren za uporabo na tovornih, potniških in mešanih prometnih linijah s standardnimi profilnimi tirnicami in profilnimi tirnicami, širšimi od standardnih, ter vsebuje zahteve, relevantne za:
– klasifikacijo navpične nosilnosti železniške infrastrukture;
– načrtovanje železniških vozil;
– ugotavljanje dopustnih obremenitev tovornih vagonov.
Povzetek klasifikacije infrastrukture in kategorizacije vozil je podan v dodatku B.
Ocena navpične nosilnosti gradbenih inženirskih objektov, tirov, podsistemov in nasipov z uporabo modelov obremenitev, opredeljenih v dodatku A, omogoča klasifikacijo infrastrukture v kategorije prog.
Ta evropski standard določa, na katerih progah so vozila združljiva z infrastrukturo za običajni promet, kar zadeva učinke navpične obremenitve.
Navedene so kategorije prog za:
– vse vrste prometa;
– težek tovorni promet;
– lokomotive;
– večdelne enote;
– lahek potniški promet.
Ozke profilne tirnice ne spadajo na področje uporabe tega standarda.
Mobilna oprema za gradnjo in vzdrževanje železniške infrastrukture (npr. naprave, nameščene na tirnice, žerjavi) v delovnem načinu in prenosna tirna mehanizacija, kot je opredeljena v standardu EN 13977, ne spada na področje uporabe tega evropskega standarda.
Ta evropski standard ne zajema sistema, ki je v uporabi v Veliki Britaniji, kjer morajo biti vse proge in vozila klasificirani v skladu s sistemom RA (Route Availability). Vodnik po enakovrednih kategorijah v skladu s tem evropskim standardom je podan v dodatku Q.
Ta evropski standard ne zajema zahtev v povezavi z največjo skupno maso ali največjo dolžino vlaka.
Zahteve tega standarda ne nadomeščajo predpisov, ki se nanašajo npr. na dinamično omejitev sile pri stiku kolo/tir, lastnosti in zahteve med vožnjo, strukturne omejitve pri načrtovanju vozil itd.
Objava kategorij proge ne spada na področje uporabe tega evropskega standarda.

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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Železniške naprave - Kategorizacija prog za upravljanje vmesnika med dopustnimi obremenitvami vozil in infrastrukturoBahnanwendungen - Streckenklassen zur Bewerkstelligung der Schnittstelle zwischen Lastgrenzen der Fahrzeuge und InfrastrukturApplications ferroviaires - Catégories de ligne pour la gestion des interfaces entre limites de charges des véhicules et de l'infrastructureRailway applications - Line categories for managing the interface between load limits of vehicles and infrastructure45.060.01Železniška vozila na splošnoRailway rolling stock in general03.220.30Železniški transportTransport by railICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15528:2015SIST EN 15528:2016en,fr,de01-januar-2016SIST EN 15528:2016SLOVENSKI
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Reference wagons and load models representing the line categories . 26 Annex B (informative)
Flow chart: Classification of infrastructure and categorization of vehicles . 31 Annex C (informative)
MU-Groups and MU-Classes . 32 C.1 Definition . 32 C.2 MU-Group CB . 34 C.2.1 General . 34 SIST EN 15528:2016

Mass definitions for line category and dynamic compatibility check for passenger carriages and multiple units . 39 Annex E (informative)
Load models corresponding to MU-classes . 40 E.1 General . 40 E.2 Geometric axle configuration . 40 E.2.1 General . 40 E.2.2 Axle spacing pattern of MU-Class CB_1 . 41 E.2.3 Axle spacing pattern of MU-Class CB_2 . 42 E.2.4 Axle spacing pattern of MU-Class AB_1 . 43 E.2.5 Axle spacing pattern of MU-Class AB_2 . 44 E.2.6 Axle spacing pattern of MU-Class AB_3 . 45 E.2.7 Axle spacing pattern of MU-Class AB_4 . 46 E.2.8 Axle spacing pattern of MU-Class SA_1 . 47 E.2.9 Axle spacing pattern of MU-Class SA_2 . 48 E.3 Axle load PMUclass . 48 E.4 Results and basic information . 49 Annex F (informative)
Speeds which do not require dynamic compatibility checks . 50 SIST EN 15528:2016

Methods used to determine the load carrying capacity of existing structures . 52 Annex H (informative)
Line classification result . 53 H.1 General . 53 H.2 Example 1 . 53 H.3 Example 2 . 53 H.4 Example 3 . 54 Annex I (informative)
Example of calculation methodology . 55 I.1 General . 55 I.2 Tables of calculation results for example in Annex I . 57 I.3 Diagram of calculation results for example in Annex I . 59 Annex J (informative)
Maximum permissible axle load P – Wagons with two 2-axles bogies . 61 Annex K (informative)
Maximum permissible axle load P – Wagons with two 3-axles bogies . 64 Annex L (informative)
Line categories of 6-axle locomotives . 67 Annex M (informative)
L4 locomotive classes (4-axle locomotives) . 68 Annex N (informative)
L6 locomotive classes (6-axle locomotives) . 69 Annex O (informative)
Example of correspondence between a national track classification system and line categories . 71 Annex P (informative)
Parametric studies for dynamic analysis . 74 P.1 Nature and objective . 74 P.2 Parameters to consider . 74 P.3 Methods and assumptions . 74 P.4 Results . 75 P.5 Example . 75 Annex Q (informative)
Comparison of RA-classification with line categories . 83 Annex R (informative)
Weight note for locomotives . 84 R.1 General . 84 R.2 Example of a weight note for a series A locomotive . 85 R.3 Example of a weight note for a series B locomotive . 86 Annex S (informative)
Examples of axle spacings for locomotives and for a standard passenger carriage . 87 S.1 Introduction . 87 S.2 Typical axle spacing patterns of locomotives with 22,5 t axle load . 87 S.3 Axle spacing pattern and axle load of a 26,4 m carriage . 88 Annex T (informative)
Categorization of MU’s by parameter check. 91 T.1 General . 91 T.2 MU-Group CB . 91 SIST EN 15528:2016

Guidence for categorizing light rail MU’s into line category a10, a12 or a14 . 94 U.1 General . 94 U.2 4 axle light rail MU with 2 bogies . 94 U.3 4 axle light rail MU with 4 single axles . 95 U.4 6 axle light rail MU with 3 bogies . 96 U.5 6 axles light rail MUs with 6 single axles . 98 U.6 6 axles light rail MUs with 2 bogies and 2 single axles . 99 U.7 8 axles light rail MUs or more axles . 101 Annex ZA (informative)
Relationship between this European standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 2008/57/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 June 2008 on the interoperability of the rail system within the Community (Recast) . 102 Bibliography . 106
P sum of the static vertical wheel forces exerted on the track through a wheelset or a pair of independent wheels divided by g Note 1 to entry: In this standard “load” and “force” are described with units of “mass” (kg or t). 3.1.3 axle load Pi axle load P of the axle i 3.1.4 axle spacing design values of the distances between the centres of adjacent axles 3.1.5 bending moment designation of an internal force of a beam as used in structural design 3.1.6 categorization of vehicles statement of the vertical loading characteristics of a railway vehicle, according to the combination of axle loads and axle spacing, by allocation of a line category
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EN 15528:2015 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Railway applications - Line categories for managing the interface between load limits of vehicles and infrastructure". This standard covers: This European Standard describes methods of classification of existing and new railway lines and the categorization of vehicles. The standard specifies the technical requirements for ensuring the compatibility of the interface between a vehicle and infrastructure with respect to the vertical load carrying capacity of a line. The standard is suitable for use on freight, passenger and mixed traffic lines with standard track gauge and wider than standard track gauge. It contains requirements relevant to: - classification of the vertical load carrying capacity of railway infrastructure; - design of railway vehicles; - determination of payload limits of freight wagons. A summary of the classification of infrastructure and the categorization of vehicles is given in Annex B. The assessment of the vertical load carrying capacity of civil engineering structures, track, sub-grade and earthworks by the use of the load models defined in Annex A permits the classification of infrastructure into line categories. This European Standard identifies on which lines vehicles are compatible to the infrastructure for regular traffic regarding vertical load effects. Line categories are provided for: - all traffic types; - heavy freight traffic; - locomotives; - multiple units; - lightweight passenger traffic. Mobile railway infrastructure construction and maintenance equipment (e.g. rail mounted plant, cranes) in working mode and portable trolleys as defined by EN 13977 are outside the scope of this European Standard. This European Standard does not cover the system used in Great Britain, where all lines and vehicles are classified in accordance with the RA (Route Availability) System. A guide to the equivalent categories in accordance with this European Standard is given in Annex Q. This European Standard does not cover requirements relating to the maximum total mass or maximum length of a train. The requirements of this European Standard do not replace any regulations related to running behaviour of vehicles described by the assessment quantities for running safety, track loading and ride characteristics (see EN 14363). This Standard does not impose any requirements to vehicles or infrastructure, but gives guidance to a simplified management of the interface between vehicles and infrastructure. Publication of line categories is outside the scope of this European Standard.

This European Standard describes methods of classification of existing and new railway lines and the categorization of vehicles. The standard specifies the technical requirements for ensuring the compatibility of the interface between a vehicle and infrastructure with respect to the vertical load carrying capacity of a line. The standard is suitable for use on freight, passenger and mixed traffic lines with standard track gauge and wider than standard track gauge. It contains requirements relevant to: - classification of the vertical load carrying capacity of railway infrastructure; - design of railway vehicles; - determination of payload limits of freight wagons. A summary of the classification of infrastructure and the categorization of vehicles is given in Annex B. The assessment of the vertical load carrying capacity of civil engineering structures, track, sub-grade and earthworks by the use of the load models defined in Annex A permits the classification of infrastructure into line categories. This European Standard identifies on which lines vehicles are compatible to the infrastructure for regular traffic regarding vertical load effects. Line categories are provided for: - all traffic types; - heavy freight traffic; - locomotives; - multiple units; - lightweight passenger traffic. Mobile railway infrastructure construction and maintenance equipment (e.g. rail mounted plant, cranes) in working mode and portable trolleys as defined by EN 13977 are outside the scope of this European Standard. This European Standard does not cover the system used in Great Britain, where all lines and vehicles are classified in accordance with the RA (Route Availability) System. A guide to the equivalent categories in accordance with this European Standard is given in Annex Q. This European Standard does not cover requirements relating to the maximum total mass or maximum length of a train. The requirements of this European Standard do not replace any regulations related to running behaviour of vehicles described by the assessment quantities for running safety, track loading and ride characteristics (see EN 14363). This Standard does not impose any requirements to vehicles or infrastructure, but gives guidance to a simplified management of the interface between vehicles and infrastructure. Publication of line categories is outside the scope of this European Standard.

EN 15528:2015 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 03.220.30 - Transport by rail; 45.060.20 - Trailing stock. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 15528:2015 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 15528:2008+A1:2012, EN 15528:2021, EN 15528:2008. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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EN 15528:2015に関するレビューは、鉄道アプリケーションにおける線路のカテゴリーを管理し、車両とインフラの間の負荷制限のインターフェースを適切に扱う手法を提示する重要な標準である。標準の範囲は、新旧の鉄道線路の分類および車両のカテゴライズを詳述しており、特に縦の荷重容量に関する技術的要件を明確にしている。 この標準の強みは、貨物、旅客、および混合交通ラインにおいて、標準的な軌間およびそれを超える軌間を対象とすることにある。具体的には、鉄道インフラの縦の荷重容量の分類、鉄道車両の設計および貨物車両のペイロード制限の決定に関する要件が含まれている。付属文書Bにはインフラストラクチャの分類と車両のカテゴリーの要約が記載されており、利用者にとって有用なリソースとなっている。 また、付属文書Aで定義されている荷重モデルを使用した土木構造物、軌道、地盤および土工の縦の荷重容量の評価は、インフラを線路カテゴリーに分類するために必須である。この標準は、定期運行における車両とインフラストラクチャの互換性を特定し、すべての交通タイプ、重貨物交通、機関車、複数ユニット、軽量旅客交通のための線路カテゴリーを提供する。 さらに、EN 13977で定義された移動鉄道インフラの建設および保守用機器は、この標準の範囲外であること明記されている。また、イギリスで使用されるRA(Route Availability)システムに基づく線路および車両の分類には適用されないものであることも留意すべきである。標準は、運行安全や軌道負荷、乗り心地特性に関する規則を置き換えるものではなく、車両とインフラストラクチャ間のインターフェース管理の簡素化に関するガイダンスを提供するものである。 このように、EN 15528:2015は、鉄道業界において不可欠であり、インフラと車両の互換性を確保するための基盤を提供する有用なガイドラインである。

The EN 15528:2015 standard provides a comprehensive framework for classifying railway lines and vehicles, particularly focusing on the management of the interface between the vertical load limits of vehicles and the railway infrastructure. Its scope effectively covers existing and new railway lines along with the technical specifications necessary for ensuring compatibility between vehicles and infrastructure concerning vertical load carrying capacity. One of the significant strengths of this standard lies in its detailed classification system for the vertical load carrying capacity of railway infrastructure. By employing the defined load models from Annex A, it allows for a thorough assessment of civil engineering structures, track, sub-grade, and earthworks, leading to a systematic categorization of line categories. This specificity ensures that all forms of traffic, from heavy freight to lightweight passenger services, can be accurately evaluated and categorized, enhancing operational safety and efficiency. Furthermore, the standard includes essential requirements for the design of railway vehicles and the determination of payload limits for freight wagons, which are crucial for maintaining the balance between operational capacity and safety. By outlining clear guidelines regarding the compatibility of vehicles with infrastructure, the standard facilitates streamlined operations across various traffic types, ensuring that logistical and safety considerations are adhered to within the rail sector. The relevance of this standard cannot be understated in modern railway applications. As the industry evolves, adherence to classifications that account for both freight and passenger traffic reinforces the safety and reliability of railway operations. The exclusions noted within the standard, regarding mobile railway construction equipment and regulations specific to Great Britain, further clarify its intended applications, ensuring that users recognize the framework's boundaries while benefiting from the provided guidance. Overall, EN 15528:2015 serves as a vital resource for railway operators, engineers, and policymakers, promoting efficient management of vehicle and infrastructure interfaces while maintaining high safety standards across rail networks. The guidance it offers towards a systematic approach to classification enhances interoperability and productivity within the railway sector.

EN 15528:2015 표준은 철도 애플리케이션에 대한 기준을 명확히 하고 있으며, 차량과 인프라 간의 하중 한계를 관리하는 데 필요한 라인 카테고리를 정의합니다. 이 표준은 기존 및 신규 철도 노선의 분류 방법과 차량의 범주화를 체계적으로 설명하며, 특히 주목할 점은 노선의 수직 하중 지지 능력에 대한 기술적 요구 사항을 명시하고 있다는 점입니다. 이 표준은 화물, 승객, 혼합 교통 노선에 모두 적합하며, 표준 및 비표준 궤간에 적용될 수 있습니다. 또한, 철도 인프라의 수직 하중 지지 용량 분류와 철도 차량의 설계, 화물 차량의 적재 한정 결정과 관련된 요구 사항이 포함되어 있습니다. 이러한 강점은 다양한 교통 유형에 대한 통합된 접근 방식을 제공함으로써 철도 시스템의 효율성 및 안전성을 높이는 데 크게 기여합니다. 부록 B에서는 인프라 및 차량 분류의 요약을 제공하여, 사용자가 기본적인 이해를 쉽게 할 수 있도록 돕고 있습니다. 부록 A에서는 하중 모델을 사용하여 토목 구조물, 레일, 지반 및 흙 작업의 수직 하중 지지 능력을 평가하는 방법을 설명하며, 이를 통해 인프라를 라인 카테고리로 분류하는 체계적인 접근법을 제공합니다. 이 표준은 모든 교통 유형과 함께 중량 화물 교통, 기관차, 여러 개의 유닛, 경량 승객 교통에 대한 라인 카테고리를 제공함으로써 다양한 운영 요구를 충족할 수 있는 유연성을 나타냅니다. 이러한 특성 덕분에 EN 15528:2015 표준은 철도 차량과 인프라 간의 호환성 및 안전성을 효과적으로 관리하고, 운행 안전성 및 트랙 하중에 대한 정량적 평가를 통해 철도 운영의 질을 높이는 데 기여합니다. 결론적으로, EN 15528:2015 표준은 철도 시스템의 관리와 운영에 있어 필수적인 기준을 제공하며, 차량과 인프라 간의 인터페이스 관리에 있어 중요한 지침 역할을 합니다.