Research and analysis

Radio frequency attenuation characteristics in GB rolling stock

Investigates the contribution of passenger rail carriage design on radio frequency propagation.

• From: Department for Transport
• Published: 17 November 2021

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

Documents

Mobile connectivity in rolling stock: radio frequency attenuation characteristics

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Report investigating how mobile phone signals are impacted, or attenuated, by rail carriage designs and passenger crowding.

The research states the:

• principal causes of radio frequency signal attenuation derived from:
  • field testing
  • predictive modelling
• potential ways to mitigate attenuation including considerations for future rail carriage designs

This research will be used to support considerations in future rail carriage design and procurement.

Published 17 November 2021