Line And Rails Systems Flashcards
Terms
1
Q
Bi Directional line?
A
A line that signalled to take trains in both directions.
2
Q
ATWS??
A
Automatic Track Warning System
3
Q
A) What is Siding?
B) What else are they mainly used
A
A single piece of track attached to a mainline with a buffer stop to prevent trains running off the end.
Storing trains when they aren’t in use.
4
Q
Block joint (insulated rail)?
A
A rail joint in which one rail is electrically insulated
from the next rail.
5
Q
Gantry?
A
A bridge-like structure across rail tracks, for displaying signals or supporting overhead line equipment.
