Title: Automatic Railway Gate Control System
Authors: Zablon Yesaya, Nasma S Ally, Goodluck Kelvin, and Judith Mwansile
Volume: 9
Issue: 7
Pages: 5-8
Publication Date: 2025/07/28
Abstract:
The Automatic Railway Gate Control System is designed to enhance safety and efficiency at railway level crossings by automating the operation of railway gates. Traditionally, gate operations rely on manual control, which is prone to human error and may result in accidents or inefficient traffic flow. This system aims to mitigate these issues using sensor-based automation and microcontroller logic. The system primarily utilizes sensors (such as infrared or ultrasonic sensors) placed at a predefined distance from the railway crossing to detect the arrival and departure of trains. When a train is detected approaching the crossing, the system automatically initiates a gate-closing mechanism to prevent road traffic from crossing the tracks. Once the train has completely passed the crossing, the system reopens the gate to allow vehicular and pedestrian movement. A microcontroller (such as Arduino) acts as the brain of the system, receiving input from sensors and controlling actuators (motors) responsible for gate movement. Additional features may include warning lights, audio alarms, and real-time