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Integra-Signum / ZUB

Integra-Signum & ZUB 121 / 262

Traditional Swiss safety systems using track magnets to verify signal aspects and curve deceleration.

Driving Difficulty Level 3 / 5

Intermediate

Based on vigilance required, reaction window, and braking penalty severity.

menu_book System Overview

Integra-Signum and its speed-supervision enhancement ZUB (Zugbeeinflussung) have protected Swiss federal railways (SBB CFF FFS) for decades. Magnets placed between and outside the rails transmit warnings and emergency stops.

settings How It Operates

  • check_circle Integra-Signum warns when passing caution signals with a cab buzzer and dashboard indicator lamp, requiring driver acknowledgment within 1 second.
  • check_circle Passing an absolute stop signal immediately drops the main brake pipe.
  • check_circle ZUB 121 / 262 adds continuous curve monitoring between distant and home signals to prevent overspeed approaching reds.

visibility In-Cab Visual & Audio Indications

notifications Yellow Warning Light

Illuminates upon passing restrictive distant signals.

notifications Buzzer Tone

Sharp audible beep requiring instant cancellation.

lightbulb Driver Tips to Avoid Penalty Brakes

  • verified Swiss response windows are fast; always be ready to press Q immediately upon passing a yellow signal.

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