Common Causes Of Signal Failure

Question 1

points failure #1

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Answer 1

• Points failure: a fault with the moveable pieces of track or their operating equipment

Question 2

Failure #2

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Answer 2

• Train detection failure: the system cannot determine where the trains are located due to an electrical issue such as short cut circuit on the track or a faulty cable.

Question 3

Failure #3

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Answer 3

Power failures: these can affect systems covering a very large area.

Question 4

Failure #4

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Answer 4

Extreme weather: storms, snow, leaf fall, and high temperatures can affect train detection systems and points.