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.

STEP 1: SEND UPDATE REQUEST

NOTE: If updating your key on a new computer, contact the TOES Help Desk for installation procedure.

GO TO STEP 2 IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT YOUR REQUEST AND RECEIVED YOUR UPDATE FILE.

  • Launch the TOES™ application as an Administrator
  • Select Setup -> License Update to launch the SafeNet Secure Update Utility
  • Click Generate License Code
  • Create a file using the following naming format: companyname_key#.req (The key # is the 5 digit number engraved on the back of the key below TTCI-TOES)
  • 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 payment for your license renewal, we will send you an update code file. Follow the instructions below on how to use this to update your key.

 

STEP 2: UPDATING YOUR KEY

If you sent a request to update your key and we have received payment, you will be receiving an 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 request file that was sent for each key.

To perform the license update:

  • Launch the TOES™ application as an Administrator

  • Select Setup -> License Update on the TOES application to launch the SafeNet Secure Update Utility

  • In the dialog box, click on the folder to find the .upw file you received by email

  • Click the Activate Application button.

  • Exit