Enhancing Rail Network Efficiency with Advanced 5G Connectivity Solutions

Xiaoyin Zhao; Xi Meng; Michel Kadoch

doi:10.1007/978-981-96-6465-8_17

Enhancing Rail Network Efficiency with Advanced 5G Connectivity Solutions

Xiaoyin Zhao
, Xi Meng
, Michel Kadoch

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Abstract

This article examines the advancements in 5G connectivity for highspeed trains, focusing on the challenges and potential of this technology in transforming rail travel. It highlights innovative strategies to overcome traditional connectivity limitations, ensuring continuous high-speed internet for passengers and enhancing operational efficiency. The article delves into the technical hurdles of implementing 5G in dynamic train environments, such as maintaining stable connections at high speeds and integrating new systems with existing infrastructure. It also explores the impact of these advancements on the future of rail travel, including improved passenger experiences through uninterrupted digital services and operational benefits like enhanced safety protocols and efficient train management. Furthermore, the article discusses future challenges and directions, such as international standardization and energy-efficient network management, providing insights into the evolving landscape of railway technology.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Information Processing and Network Provisioning - 3rd International Conference, ICIPNP 2024, Proceedings
Editors	Michel Kadoch, Mohamed Cheriet, Xuesong Qiu
Publisher	Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
Pages	189-200
Number of pages	12
ISBN (Print)	9789819664641
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-6465-8_17
Publication status	Published - 2026
Externally published	Yes
Event	3rd International Conference on Information Processing and Network Provisioning, ICIPNP 2024 - Beijing, China Duration: 14 Jun 2024 → 16 Jun 2024

Publication series

Name	Communications in Computer and Information Science
Volume	2417 CCIS
ISSN (Print)	1865-0929
ISSN (Electronic)	1865-0937

Conference

Conference	3rd International Conference on Information Processing and Network Provisioning, ICIPNP 2024
Country/Territory	China
City	Beijing
Period	14/06/24 → 16/06/24

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy

!!!Keywords

5G Technology
Advanced Networking
Connectivity Solution
High-Speed Rail Connectivity
Rail Transport Innovation

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Zhao, X., Meng, X., & Kadoch, M. (2026). Enhancing Rail Network Efficiency with Advanced 5G Connectivity Solutions. In M. Kadoch, M. Cheriet, & X. Qiu (Eds.), Information Processing and Network Provisioning - 3rd International Conference, ICIPNP 2024, Proceedings (pp. 189-200). (Communications in Computer and Information Science; Vol. 2417 CCIS). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-6465-8_17

Zhao, Xiaoyin ; Meng, Xi ; Kadoch, Michel. / Enhancing Rail Network Efficiency with Advanced 5G Connectivity Solutions. Information Processing and Network Provisioning - 3rd International Conference, ICIPNP 2024, Proceedings. editor / Michel Kadoch ; Mohamed Cheriet ; Xuesong Qiu. Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, 2026. pp. 189-200 (Communications in Computer and Information Science).

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Zhao, X, Meng, X & Kadoch, M 2026, Enhancing Rail Network Efficiency with Advanced 5G Connectivity Solutions. in M Kadoch, M Cheriet & X Qiu (eds), Information Processing and Network Provisioning - 3rd International Conference, ICIPNP 2024, Proceedings. Communications in Computer and Information Science, vol. 2417 CCIS, Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, pp. 189-200, 3rd International Conference on Information Processing and Network Provisioning, ICIPNP 2024, Beijing, China, 14/06/24. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-6465-8_17

Enhancing Rail Network Efficiency with Advanced 5G Connectivity Solutions. / Zhao, Xiaoyin; Meng, Xi; Kadoch, Michel.
Information Processing and Network Provisioning - 3rd International Conference, ICIPNP 2024, Proceedings. ed. / Michel Kadoch; Mohamed Cheriet; Xuesong Qiu. Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, 2026. p. 189-200 (Communications in Computer and Information Science; Vol. 2417 CCIS).

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Enhancing Rail Network Efficiency with Advanced 5G Connectivity Solutions

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