Sensonic, based in Schärding, Austria, specializes in deep-tech information solutions for the railway industry. Utilizing advanced fiber optic sensing technology combined with Artificial Intelligence (AI), Sensonic enables comprehensive monitoring of track conditions, physical security, and natural hazards such as landslides and rockfalls. Their proprietary SonicTwin® system transforms optical fibers into vibration sensors, providing real-time insights that enhance railway safety and efficiency. Sensonic's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of modernizing railway infrastructure monitoring.
The security of our railways isn’t just about preventing delays; it’s about safeguarding lives, protecting assets, and ensuring the efficient flow of goods and people.
Railway security has long been a complex and challenging issue, with vast, long infrastructure networks presenting a near-impossible task for traditional monitoring methods.
Sensonic leads the future of rail security by integrating Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) with drone response for real‑time threat detection and infrastructure protection.
Sensonic and CTA launch a pilot using fiber optic sensing to detect rail intrusions in real time, enhancing safety, reliability, and rapid incident response.
Rail is a vital component of transportation infrastructure, facilitating the movement of passengers and freight across vast distances with low climate impact.
Two important terms for railway inspection techniques and testing that come into play are "true positives" and "false positives." Sensonic breaks these down in simple terms.