01 / BLIND ZONES
Reduce reliance on one viewing direction
Use multiple camera positions to cover areas that can be difficult to see from the cab.
Explore the solution →// Rail problem / locomotive visibilityBetter visibility around locomotives.
Better visibility around locomotives.
Built for the movements that matter.
Shunting, reversing and yard movements can create changing sight lines around a long locomotive. Sentinel 360° Vision Systems provide configurable perimeter visibility to help operators see more of the vehicle surroundings from the cab.
// The operating problem
When the view changes faster than the vehicle.
Locomotive movements through yards, depots and sheds can involve tight clearances, changing directions and people or assets around the vehicle. A practical multi-camera system can give the operator a clearer view of the immediate perimeter without relying on a single forward-facing perspective.
02 / SHUNTING
Support low-speed manoeuvring
Configure front, rear and side coverage around the locomotive for yard and depot movements.
Explore the solution →03 / FITMENT
Configure around the locomotive
Camera positions are confirmed against vehicle geometry, operating conditions and required fields of view.
Explore the solution →// Configuration
Start with the problem, not a fixed camera count.
A six-position configuration is shown on the rail hub as an illustrative starting point. Sentinel can assess the vehicle, required viewing zones and operating environment before finalising the configuration.
- Locomotive length and geometry
- Forward, rear and side viewing zones
- Shunting, reversing and yard conditions
- Cab display and operator workflow
// Resources
Take the application to your engineering team.
Use the locomotive brochure for an initial overview, then contact Sentinel for configuration discussion.
// Frequently asked questions
Questions buyers and technical teams often ask.
Can this be used for mainline running?
The Sentinel locomotive application presented on this website is focused on shunting, reversing, yard, shed and other low-speed manoeuvring environments. Final operating suitability should be assessed against the specific application and rail requirements.
How many cameras does a locomotive need?
There is no universal camera count. A six-position configuration is shown as an illustrative starting point; final placement depends on locomotive geometry, required fields of view and operating conditions.
Can the system be fitted to different locomotive types?
Yes. The system is configurable. Camera positions, display arrangement and fitment should be assessed against the specific locomotive and operating environment.
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Have a specific operating problem?
Tell us about the asset, environment and outcome you need. Sentinel can help identify the appropriate technology pathway and configuration.