GRAPHIC user interface
Modern, Clear, Consistent
Whether modelling an electrically powered transport system or evaluating simulation results, SIGNON SUITE always presents itself in the same design of modern graphical user interfaces.
Ribbon, docking panels, editable grids with sorting and filter functionality, property windows and preview displays are state of the art with us, and a comprehensive context-sensitive help supports you quickly and competently when questions arise.
Navigation and Appearance – Ribbon, Docking Panels …
The possibilities for quick and clear navigation in the model and its data are a basic prerequisite for efficient and speedy work.
The individual arrangement of the various work areas, even across multiple monitors, allows the user to intuitively adapt the work environment to his or her needs.
Editable Grids with Sorting and Filtering Functionality
Each data type provides you with a grid via a list dialogue, with the help of which individual or multiple data elements can be easily edited.
In addition to classic “copy and paste” operations, the user also has access to extensive sorting and filtering functions for a clear presentation of the data to be processed.
Property Window and Preview Displays
Up to two synchronous property windows allow you to view and modify the parameters of a data element. Why two? It is simply sometimes more practical to use.
Preview displays for characteristic curves, diurnal curves or magnetic field images facilitate the control of data input and thus support you efficiently in modelling.
Mistakes are Allowed!
A constantly updated error list lists logical errors in your simulation model and field boundary violations. There are no disturbing work interruptions due to modal queries and error dialogues. Nevertheless, you keep a constant overview of your model. In addition, you receive warnings and suggestions for solutions and can also create your own notes on questionable data.
WORK AREAS
A Picture is Better than a Thousand Words - Maps, Schematics, Single Line Diagrams
We consider a map, a sketch, or a circuit diagram providing a high degree of overview of a project. For this reason, SIGNON SUITE offers a wide variety of interactive graphic workspaces that provide precisely this overview depending on the application.
Schematics
Enter the electrical data graphically? No problem with the “Scheme” workspace. You can create the electrical connections for each section of your complex railway network.
You have already defined electrical data via the list dialogues? That builds the perfect basis. They are already visible in the scheme and can be visually checked and further edited.
Single Line Diagrams
The classic single line diagram presents the essential interrelationships of complex electrical networks in a concise form. But we also supplement these diagrams with a wide variety of colouring modes so that the modelling can be checked easily.
For the creation of switching variants, our single line diagrams are designed interactively, and they are always generated and updated live based on the underlying data.
Variant management
Central, minimalist and yet powerful
A robust energy supply lives above all from extensive investigations into possible error scenarios.
To ensure that the overview is not lost and that only the necessary variations have to be made to the data, SIGNON DATAmanager has a sophisticated and clear variant management. Using the inheritance principle, this offers the possibility of varying almost every parameter of the data objects.
Variant Matrix – all Parameters of a Data Element at a glance
Keeping track of individual data elements with all their parameters in many study variants is challenging in the project.
In an editable matrix, you can see for each data element whether a parameter has been inherited or overwritten. Any necessary adjustments or corrections can be made quickly and efficiently herein.
Comparison of variants – What are the actual differences?
Whether just for model checking or to get an overview in general, the applications for a variant comparison are manifold.
The data elements of two or more variants can be compared with each other. Differing parameters are clearly listed and can be evaluated by colour highlighting.
IMPEDANCE AND FIELD CALCULATION
Theory according to J. R. Carson (1926) – Wave Propagation in Overhead Wires with Ground Return
Overhead and contact line systems are inductively coupled multi-conductor systems with earth return. The theory elaborated by J. R. Carson is based on Maxwell’s equations and fits perfectly for their calculation.
The theory worked out by J. R. Carson is based on Maxwell’s equations and is a perfect fit for the electromagnetic calculation of these systems.
Property Window and Preview Displays
Property windows allow you to view and modify the parameters of a data item.
The preview displays for line cross-sections and electric or magnetic field distributions at examination locations facilitate the control of data input and support you efficiently in modelling.
Track-to-Earth Voltages
The calculation and estimation of possible track-to-earth voltages and touch voltages is required for the verification of personal protection.
Part of the SIGNON IMAfeb results are all the parameters required for this, to be able to work out initial assessments without complex network calculations and train journey simulations.
Induced Longitudinal Voltages
Cables and conductors running parallel to railway lines are always loaded by induced longitudinal voltages.
Statements on the level of these voltages can be given with SIGNON IMAfeb both in the area close to the track and for conductors positioned elsewhere around the overhead contact line system.
