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Which types of screw threads are used in railway carriage couplings?
knuckle threads are used in railway carriage couplings.
What is a double beam balance?
It's a type of mechanical scales used for accurate measurements.
What is difference between bar and rod?
ROD is used for axial loading and torsion, but BAR can be used for axial, torsion as well as bending loads....
What are the functionS of a drill press?
-The drill press can take bits of up to 1/2 shank size and many of those are drill bits up to an inch wide. ( it's quite common to have large drills with reduced shanks) -Other items like large hole saws can be used, as well as 'fly cutters', which are cutting bits on the end of a movable beam. These can usually cut holes in thin materials like plexiglass sheet, up to a foot in diameter. Forstner bits up to 6 or 8 inch can be used, these cut large, flat bottomed holes for installing clocks and other instruments. Milling bits can be used to 'mill' large areas of rough surface to smoothness, and 'square hole tools' can also be used. The large drill press is a very versatile tool.
What is a torque wrench?
A torque wrench is a specialized tool used to apply a specific amount of torque to a fastener, such as a bolt or nut. It ensures that the fastener is tightened to the manufacturer's specifications, which is crucial for safety and performance in mechanical applications. Torque wrenches come in various types, including click, beam, and digital models, each providing a way to measure and control the torque applied. Proper use of a torque wrench helps prevent over-tightening or under-tightening, which can lead to equipment failure.
Are railway tracks and railway lines the same?
No. Railway tracks are only the rails and ties/sleepers and hardware used to hold the track in place. A railway line is a set of tracks designed to move a train between at least 2 points. A railway line can consist of many tracks.
Which metal used in railway tracks?
steel
Which metal is used to mend railway tracks?
The key element in railway lines depending on the railway line is, occasionally copper, magnesium and stainless steel.
Which type of steel is used in railway tracks?
ballast of good quality, sleepers made up of concrete
Why are railway tracks laid on large sized concrete sleepers?
The wooden or concrete railway sleeper (or railroad tie) is used as the base for the railway track to keep the tracks intact in its place In other words, wooden sleepers hold the rails to the correct gauge. Additionally, they absorb and distribute the weight of the train uniformly. swampesterswithin.blogspot.com
What are the different types of rail saddles used in railway construction?
Rail saddles used in railway construction include base plate rail saddles, chair rail saddles, and pedestal rail saddles. These components are essential for securing and supporting rails on railway tracks.
Why is iron used for railway lines?
Iron is rarely used anymore in railway lines. Steel is used mostly now because it is very flexible and is less vulnerable to cracking and chipping.
Why are sleepers used below the railway tracks?
To keep the rails at a certain spacing, and to spread the weight of the train over a wider area.
How do railway engineers make sure that railway tracks are parallel?
In Great Britian, when track is being laided, there is a track machine used to "tamper" the track so they are straight and parallel to each other.
Why you place metals in railway track?
Trains are used by millions of people to travel to and from work. The tracks used by those trains need to take much pressure from the trains and must also last for many years. Metal is long wearing. The most popular metal for railway tracks is iron and has been known to last hundreds of years. Iron rusts eventually but that means that the railways have more grip on the tracks for the trains
How was railroad track built in the early 1900s?
Railroad tracks that were built in the early 1900s were constructed from steel. The steel was used to replace rail tracks and railway cars that were built from iron prior to the early 1900s.
What does parelell mean?
parallel?? Parallel is usually used to talk about lines or similar it means they are equal distance apart. For example railway tracks are parallel.
