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technology1 year ago•3 min saved

"San Francisco's Outdated Train System Runs on Floppy Disks, Prompting Upgrade Fears"

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency's train control system, which relies on 5-inch floppy disks installed in 1998, is facing the risk of catastrophic failure due to data degradation. The agency plans to upgrade the system to a wireless one, but the process is expected to take a decade and cost hundreds of millions of dollars. The upgrade aims to improve reliability and track train movements more efficiently, with hopes of securing funding from state and federal grants as well as internal capital resources.

via KGO-TV|

#floppy-disk #sfmta #technology

transportation2 years ago•2 min saved

Skyline's Opening Weekend: Hiccups, Uncertain Ridership, and Historic Milestones

Skyline, the new train system in Honolulu, experienced some hiccups during its grand opening weekend, including miscommunication leading to early station closures and a train sitting on the track. Despite these issues, riders generally enjoyed the ride and appreciated the free fares. Some riders noted that the train was a bit wobbly and the stops were jerky. The city's Department of Transportation Services clarified that the train operated as designed for safety reasons. Concerns were raised about the lack of signage and sidewalks near parking lots, and some passengers wished for better communication about train movements. The city advised riders to be aware of the closing time and not board a train near closing time. Overall, riders are looking forward to the completion of the rest of the line and longer operating hours.

via KHON2|

#grand-opening #hiccups #honolulu