S3·E18 Safeguarding the System: Maintaining JR Central's Conventional Line
Synopsis
JR Central, which operates the Japanese high-speed "Tokaido Shinkansen", also operates 12 conventional lines totaling 1,420km. To ensure stable operation, state-of-the-art equipment is used for maintenance, such as the line inspection vehicle "Dr. Tokai", which inspects tracks down to 0.1mm using a two-dimensional laser. Discover how conventional lines are maintained, then meet the specialists who detect deterioration of iron bridges by making full use of their experience and their 5 senses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 3 Episode 18 of Japan Railway Journal air?
Season 3, Episode 18 ('Safeguarding the System: Maintaining JR Central's Conventional Line') originally aired on December 15, 2017.
How long is Season 3 Episode 18 ('Safeguarding the System: Maintaining JR Central's Conventional Line')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Japan Railway Journal.
What happens in Japan Railway Journal Season 3 Episode 18?
JR Central, which operates the Japanese high-speed "Tokaido Shinkansen", also operates 12 conventional lines totaling 1,420km. To ensure stable operation, state-of-the-art equipment is used for maintenance, such as the line inspection vehicle "Dr. Tokai", which inspects tracks down to 0.1mm using a ...