TOES™

Overview

Optimize train make-up and train handling with TOES™ modeling software capable of simulating diverse operating scenarios along entire anticipated routes including gradients, curves, superelevation, any operating speed, brake and throttle inputs. Many different types of vehicles can be included in the train, with different load conditions on each car. Use this tool to evaluate train make-up strategies, evaluate train handling studies, investigate incidents, compare new track layouts, predict car fatigue damage, investigate stopping distance, predict vehicle longitudinal accelerations, monitor coupler forces, evaluate new equipment and more. Model inter-car coupling behavior, locomotive performance characteristics, train resistance forces and interaction of brake systems.

 

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Installation Instructions

  1. Connect your TOES™ hardware key to your computer.
  2. Download and extract the contents of the zip file.
  3. Run the setup.exe
  4. The program will determine if your license is valid.
    1. If the license is valid, the install program will then install the full TOES™ installation.
    2. If the license is not valid, see about updating your license key.

Updating Your TOES™ Key

Note: If updating your key on a new computer or installing with an expired license, please download and use the Remote Update program here to first update your license.

  1. Send Update Request

Go to step 2 if you have already sent your request and received your update file.

    • Launch the TOES™ UI
    • Select Help > Update License to launch the MxV Rail Sentinel Remote Update System.
    • Click “Update of existing protection key”. Click “Collect Information”
    • The system will populate the file name using the keyID and date/time. Create a file using the following naming format:
    • keyID_datetime_Company_User.c2v
    • Email the file to: toes@aar.com with the subject line: TOES Update Request.
    • Include your name, company name, phone number, and key # in the email.

Once we confirm that your license has been paid, we will send you an update code file. Follow the instructions below on how to use this to update your key.

2. Update Your Key

If you sent a request to update your key and we have received payment you will be receiving and update file to be used to extend your license. If you have multiple keys, make sure the correct update file is used, as this file is unique to the request file that was sent for each key.

To perform the license update:

    • Launch the TOES™ UI
    • Help > Update License to launch the MxV Rail Sentinel Remote Update System.
    • In the dialog box, click the second tab named “Apply License File”
    • Click the ellipsis button (3 dots next to Update File)
    • Select the  .v2c file you received by email.
    • Click the “Apply Update” button.
    • Exit

If you have any questions regarding installation of these upgrades, security keys or use of TOES™, please contact the TOES Help Desk