That existing system, which also determines whether tracks are broken, detects a train’s position within only about two miles and transfers just 3 or 4 bits of data per second, he said.

The sharp 30 mph curve where an Amtrak train derailed in Washington this week was not supposed to be there at all, according to a new report. An $11 billion Washington State government plan to spee… ...

Happy Pi Day. Yes, it's March 14th. If you write that date like an American, it looks like this: 3/14, and that looks like 3.14. It's not the best representation of pi, but it will do. As is my ...

Though they're not a primary mode for travelers, trains are essential. In the 200 or so years they've existed, they've been used to handle a variety of tasks and have become vital all over the globe.