D10.1 – Preliminary Rolling Stock Concept model report

The FP6 FutuRe project, funded by Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking, addresses the urgent need to modernize regional rail transportation and expand its operation into markets which would be marginally viable using conventional vehicles. With a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and inclusivity, the project aims to develop innovative rolling stock concepts that cater to the diverse needs of passengers, including those with reduced mobility. This deliverable, D10.1, outlines the preliminary rolling stock concept model, emphasizing mechanical design, crashworthiness, and accessibility features.
The development of the new vehicle concept began with a comprehensive analysis of existing technologies and market conditions and a derivation of the operational and functional requirements, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards relevant vehicle requirements and specifications, as described in part in D5.1. Based on these results, the work described in this deliverable develops many of the mechanical, electrical and operational systems and technologies required for the vehicle.