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What are the functions of sleepers in railway?

The functions of sleepers in railway works are as follows:

(i) The primary function of a sleeper is to grip the rail to gauge and to distribute the rail loads to ballast with acceptable induced pressure.

(ii) The side functions of a sleeper include the avoidance of both longitudinal and lateral track movement.

(iii) It also helps to enhance correct line and level of the rails.

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This question is taken from book named – A Self Learning Manual – Mastering Different Fields of Civil Engineering Works (VC-Q-A-Method) by Vincent T. H. CHU.

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3 comments on "What are the functions of sleepers in railway?"

imran says:

i want to get knowledege related for civil engineering

atul says:

it helpful to us.

Pankaj says:

Sir,Can you please elaborate about ballast and permanent way.

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