Análisis conceptual de una conexión férrea en la Sabana Norte de Bogotá que comunique a La Calera y Sopó con el tren de La Sabana en Zipaquirá como alternativa a la movilidad del sector

Abstract

The present thesis focuses on the comprehensive analysis and improvement of operational efficiency in the contemporary railway system applied to a specific stretch. Railways, despite being a historical backbone of transportation, face continuous challenges in a dynamic environment. This study addresses key issues such as optimizing railway network management, implementing emerging technologies, and evaluating sustainable practices.

The research centers on proposing a design for a predictive model for the planning and scheduling of the railway network, using techniques for studying collected data to examine the benefits of a new transportation proposal in this area.

The goal of reactivating the operation of freight and passenger trains in Colombia, led by Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), emphasizes the importance of integrating the railway system into the country's public transportation. This initiative aims not only to improve logistical efficiency but also to promote economic and tourist development. Viability factors, such as safety, load capacity, reduced environmental impact, and operational costs, support the need for this integration, especially when compared to less sustainable transportation modes, such as fossil fuel transport.

The reference to well-structured railway systems in European countries motivates the reconstruction of the Colombian railway system under international standards. Significant improvements in mobility between La Calera, Sopó, Sabana Norte, and Bogotá are highlighted due to new roads and public/private transportation options. Despite these advances, challenges such as traffic congestion, the current state of the rail network, and road safety persist, emphasizing the need for more efficient solutions.

The project underscores the lack of a transportation mode ensuring proper connectivity between La Calera, Sopó, Sabana Norte, and Bogotá, a high-traffic corridor. Current deficiencies result in prolonged travel times and dissatisfaction among users and residents. The proposal to introduce a mass transportation mode aims to address these issues and enhance mobility, offering a more fluid, economical, and rapid alternative for users on this route.

Keywords: Operational efficiency, Railway system, Predictive model, Railway planning, Economic development, Tourism, Railway safety, Load capacity, Environmental impact, Mobility, Road development, Traffic congestion, Road safety, Mass transportation, Efficient solutions.