San Francisco's Automatic Train Control System still relies on floppy disks for data storage, highlighting the absurdity of outdated technology in critical infrastructure.
The Municipal Transportation Agency has approved a $212 million overhaul to replace the outdated floppy disk system with a new Hitachi solution that is 'five generations ahead'.
The existing system, reliant on wire loops for communication, is 'easily disrupted' and operates slower than modern wireless communications, raising concerns in seismic-prone San Francisco.
Transitioning away from floppy disks is a significant step for Muni Metro, moving towards technology that is more resilient and responsive to the needs of urban transit.
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