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MODERNIZATION IN RAILWAYS

MADE BY:
NISHANT KAUNDAL
KAUSHAL SHAH

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ASPECTS:
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Use of better designed, ICF coaches with better springing arrangements.
Better breaking system for safe and smoother rail travel.
Use of diesel and electric traction to carry heavier loads at higher speeds.
Provision of universal couplers.
Modern signaling techniques.
Computerized train reservation system.

MODERNIZATION OF TRACK:

Components of Modernization of Track:
1} Heavier Track Structure:
Heavier and wear resistant rails having more UTS.
Prestressed concrete sleepers.
Long welded rails.
2} Modern methods of track maintenance:
Use of D.T.M , M.S.P methods give better track geometry and smoother rail travel at economical cost.