On October 6, 2024, the International Association for the Future STEM Workforce (IAFSW), led by Ms. Suwannee Kumman, President of the Association, Professor Duangporn Hengboonyapan, Vice President of the Association, Ms. Jintana Paraksamanee, Vice President of the Association, Dr. Rie Atagi, International Advisory Board, and Ms. Weeranuch Kamolrungworakul, Executive Board Member, along with the executive team from Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, led by Associate Professor Dr. Khosit Sriputhon, President of Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, Associate Professor Dr. Bandit Kritakam, Vice President of Research, Innovation Development, and Academic Services, the Executive Board, and Associate Professor Dr. Samnao Saowakul, Vice President of Surin Campus, visited Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) in Japan to study the Autonomous Drive system of the Kashii Line.
The Autonomous Drive system developed by JR Kyushu focuses on enhancing passenger safety, comfort, and travel efficiency and plays a crucial role in the advancement of Japanese transportation.
The highlight of the Autonomous Drive system includes the use of sensor technology and image processing systems to control the train’s movement without direct human intervention. This automation technology reduces the risk of accidents as the sensors can detect obstacles, track conditions, and route changes in real-time, allowing the train to adjust speed and stop precisely in emergency situations.
