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Record 1 1992-02-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Tracks and Roadways (Rail Transport)
DEF

A progressive fracture in the base of the rails, with a vertical separation or split. The separation is substantially longitudinal, but usually turns out to the edge of the base. These separations are often called half-moon breaks. (rail defects) ROMA 64

OBS

Terms officially approved by Canadian Pacific Ltd.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Voies ferrées
OBS

(défaut de rail).

OBS

rupture de patin : Terme uniformisé par Canadien Pacifique Ltée.

CONT

[fissuration du patin) Si elle dégénère, la fissure (verticale longitudinale) du patin peut entraîner sa rupture qui prendra à l'occasion la forme d'un croissant (half-moon break). ARDR 67, no 253.

OBS

fissuration du patin : Uniformisé par le CN.

Spanish

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