{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"DefinedTerm","name":"Digital Automatic Coupling","description":"During freight train shunting, Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC) connects wagons fully automatically while simultaneously establishing electrical and data links between vehicles. Unlike conventional screw couplers, which require manual intervention by yard staff, DAC operates remotely without physical contact, significantly reducing injury risk. The coupling continuously transmits vehicle data such as brake pressure, brake system status, and tractive effort, enabling more precise management of tr","inDefinedTermSet":{"@type":"DefinedTermSet","name":"Frachtportal Logistics Glossary","url":"https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary"},"url":"https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary/digital-automatic-coupling-2","inLanguage":"en","dateModified":"2026-06-26T19:58:32.676660","citation":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automatic_coupler","markdownMirror":"https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/glossary/en/digital-automatic-coupling-2","provider":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Frachtportal","url":"https://www.freight-academy.com"},"quickSummary":"Digital Automatic Coupling · During freight train shunting, Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC) connects wagons fully automatically while simultaneously establishing electrical and data links between vehicles. · Quelle: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automatic_coupler"}