train-stop device

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• Train stop — Part of a railway signalling system, a train stop or trip stop (sometimes called a tripper ) is a train protection device that automatically stops a train if it attempts to pass a signal when the signal aspect and operating rules prohibit such… …   Wikipedia

• train stop — noun : a device for automatically applying the brakes to stop a railroad train if a signal goes unheeded …   Useful english dictionary

• Train whistle — A train whistle or air whistle, (originally referred to as a steam trumpet), is an audible signaling device on a steam locomotive used to warn that the train is approaching, and to communicate with rail workers.The older steam whistles were… …   Wikipedia

• stop — v. & n. v. (stopped, stopping) 1 tr. a put an end to (motion etc.); completely check the progress or motion or operation of. b effectively hinder or prevent (stopped them playing so loudly). c discontinue (an action or sequence of actions)… …   Useful english dictionary

• stop — verb (stops, stopping, stopped) 1》 come or cause to come to an end.     ↘discontinue an action, practice, or habit. 2》 prevent from happening or from doing something.     ↘instruct a bank to withhold payment on (a cheque).     ↘refuse to supply… …   English new terms dictionary

• Train horn — Nathan model M5 locomotive air horn Train horns are audible warning devices found on most diesel and electric locomotives. Their primary purpose is to alert persons and animals to the presence of a train, especially when approaching a grade… …   Wikipedia

• stop signal — A signal given by the driver of a vehicle on the highway, by hand, light, or mechanical device, to warn other drivers, particularly one following immediately behind, of his intention to stop. A red traffic light. 78 Am J2d Auto § 195. A signal by …   Ballentine's law dictionary

• 1987 Maryland train collision — 1987 Chase, Maryland train collision Details Date January 4, 1987 Time 1:04 pm Location Chase, Baltimore County, Maryland Country United States Rail line Northeast Corridor …   Wikipedia

• Automatic Train Control — Japanese style ATC indicator. Automatic Train Control (ATC) is a train protection system for railways, ensuring the safe and smooth operation of trains on ATC enabled lines. Its main advantages include making possible the use of cab signalling… …   Wikipedia

• Positive train control — (PTC) is a system of monitoring and controlling train movements to provide increased safety.OverviewThe main concept in PTC is that the train receives information about its location and where it is allowed to safely travel. Equipment on board the …   Wikipedia

• List of train songs — The following is a list of songs referencing freight or passenger trains and railroads or containing extensive train imagery, organized by alphabetical order. The songs on the list are songs that have appeared on commercially released albums,… …   Wikipedia