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WHEEL FLANGE OPERATED SWITCH [1 record]

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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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