E DIN EN 50716 VDE 0115-716:2023-04

This document specifies the process and technical requirements for the development of software for programmable electronic systems for use in control, command for signalling applications and any on-board of rolling stock. This document is not intended to be applied in the area of electric traction power supply (fixed installation) or for power supply and control of conventional applications, e.g. station power supply for offices, shops etc. These applications are typically covered by standards for energy distribution and/or non-railway sectors and/or local legal frameworks. For railway related fixed installations (electric traction power control and supply) EN 50562 is applicable. This document is applicable exclusively to software and the interaction between software and the system of which it is part. This document applies to software used in railway systems, including - application programming, - operating systems, - support tools, - firmware.