Improving Rail Emissions Estimation Using Vision-Based Monitoring and Operational Data

Status

In Progress

Project Timeline

September 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026

Principal Investigator

Project Team

Campus(es)

UC Irvine

Project Summary

Traditional rail emissions models oversimplify train operations, assuming fixed train composition and uniform railcar weight. Leveraging ITS-Irvine’s Rail Activity Monitoring System, this project develops a more accurate method to estimate emissions. It will also explore linking these estimates to real-world air quality measurements, supporting more precise policymaking and planning.