Overhead lines vs third rail: how does rail electrification work?
WEBSep 13, 2023 · The third rail electrification system, also known as the contact rail system, provides power to trains through a conductor rail placed alongside, or between, running rails. Trains have metal contact blocks, or ‘contact shoes’, which make contact with the conductor rail. Conductor rails are mostly steel (a specially conductive type).
Timeline: 165 years of history on Indian Railways - Railway …
WEBJun 12, 2018 · In April, Indian Railways celebrated 165 years since its first passenger trains went into service in the country. This feature takes a deeper look at the long and complex history of one of the world’s largest rail employers, from the British Raj to the modern rail operations of a developing superpower. Joe Baker June 12, 2018.
North-South Railway Project, Philippines
WEBApr 16, 2024 · The North-South Railway Project (NSRP) is a key initiative of the Philippine Government to stimulate economic and urban development in the country’s most densely populated regions by providing essential connectivity with a high-quality passenger rail service. The NSRP’s refurbishment and expansion will offer long-distance and swift ...
Tracks in time: 200 years of locomotive technology
WEBMay 19, 2015 · 1812-1848: moving steam forward. From the humble beginnings of Trevithick’s Penydarren locomotive, steam-powered rail transport gradually built momentum in Britain through the first half of the 19th century, with subsequent innovators building on the foundation he set. Matthew Murray proved the …
The 10 fastest high-speed trains in the world - Railway Technology
WEBJun 5, 2023 · Additionally, new technological advancements, such as magnetic levitation (Maglev) trains, hold the promise of even faster speeds and smoother rides. The ongoing advances in high-speed rail infrastructure and technology suggest a promising future, where travel becomes even more convenient, sustainable and interconnected. Given the rapid development over the last decade, here’s an updated ...
Top ten fastest trains in the world - Railway Technology
WEBAug 28, 2013 · Europeans and Asians currently operate the fastest high speed trains in the world, regularly commuting on trains such as the Shanghai Maglev and Harmony CRH 380A. While these two currently hold all the records, other fast trains, such as the HEMU-400X, Zefiro 380 and Talgo Avril, are close contenders for the crown of …
The world’s most iconic railway stations - Railway Technology
WEBJan 12, 2016 · Antwerpen-Centraal, Belgium. Antwerpen-Centraal, considered one of the most beautiful stations in the world, was built between 1895 and 1905, and replaced the original terminus of the Brussels-Mechelen-Antwerp Railway. The station, built with 20 different types of marble, consists of four levels and 14 …
Gautrain Rapid Rail Link - Railway Technology
WEBJul 24, 2020 · Details of the Gautrain Rapid rail link project. There are two main routes on the 80km-long network: a north-south line from Hatfield to Marlboro and an east-west line from Park station (via Marlboro) to Johannesburg International Airport. Phase 1 included stations at Sandton, Marlboro, Midrand, Rhodesfield and …
Tren Maya Railway Project, Mexico - Railway Technology
WEBThe Tren Maya is a 1,554km railway project that will interconnect the major cities and tourist regions of the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico. Also known as the Mayan Train Project, it will significantly improve transportation and economic growth in the country. The railway project, which is led by Mexico’s National Fund for the Promotion of ...
The world’s worst train disasters - Railway Technology
WEBJan 1, 2014 · The Awash rail accident caused approximately 400 deaths and remains the worst train disaster ever in Africa. The accident occurred in January 1985 near the town of Awash in Ethiopia due to the derailment of an express train. The train derailed and crashed on a curve while crossing a bridge between Arba and …