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TRAILABLE SWITCH [2 records]

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Record 1 2002-11-22

English

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

Trailing points which when set for one route may be run through in the trailing direction from the other route without damage. They may be fitted with a spring or counterweight to restore them to the original position.

OBS

See also the singular form "trailable point."

OBS

trailable switch; wheel flange operated switch: Terms officially approved by CP Rail.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Voies ferrées
OBS

« Talonnable » signifie que l'aiguillage peut être abordé par le talon même s'il ne donne pas cette direction à un train qui se présenterait par la pointe. Aiguillage à ressort : il revient à sa position initiale. Aiguillage automatique : il reste dans la position imposée par le talonnage.

OBS

aiguillage talonnable : Terme uniformisé par CP Rail.

OBS

Voir aussi « aiguille talonnable ».

Spanish

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Record 2 1996-09-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Rail Traffic Control
  • Switchgear (Rail Transport)
  • Tracks and Roadways (Rail Transport)
  • Rolling and Suspension Components (Railroad)
OBS

See also the plural form "trailable points."

French

Domaine(s)
  • Circulation des trains
  • Appareils de voie (Transport par rail)
  • Voies ferrées
  • Roulement et suspension (Chemins de fer)
DEF

aiguille qui peut être abordée côté talon alors qu'elle n'est pas disposée pour la direction d'où vient la circulation.

OBS

Voir aussi le collectif «aiguillage talonnable».

Spanish

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