Briefly describe the specific functions of the vehicle-ground information transmission medium in the train control system.

Track circuit, transponder.

1. Track circuit: it is mainly used to detect the track occupation status and train running position. By transmitting information through the circuit, the control center can grasp the position and running state of the train in real time.

2. The transponder is an information transmission device, which is used to transmit positioning information, route information, line status and signal equipment status to the train to assist the safe operation of the train.