capítol A 4 - Estacions

• The railway tracks are numbered based on their position on the line.
• The main track is called "via 1" and is used for trains going in the direction of the line's mileage.
• The second track is called "via 2" and is used for trains going in the opposite direction.
• The tracks to the right of "via 1" are numbered consecutively with odd numbers.
• The tracks to the left of "via 2" are numbered consecutively with even numbers.
• The tracks to the right of "via 2" and the tracks to the left of "via 1" are used for passing or parking trains.
• Trains going in the direction of the line's mileage are called "ascending".
• Trains going in the opposite direction are called "descending".
• "Via 1" is used for ascending trains, while "via 2" is used for descending trains.
• The tracks used for passing or parking trains are numbered consecutively with odd or even numbers depending on their position relative to "via 1" and "via 2".
• Train stations have multiple tracks, numbered from 1 and up.
• Stations with double tracks have a middle track numbered 0.
• Depots are used to park trains not in service and can be part of a station or independent.
• Depots have technical elements for cleaning, maintenance, and switching signals.
• Some depots have workshops for maintenance and repairs.
• Workshops have covered tracks and pits for working on the underside of trains.
• They also have equipment, spare parts, and facilities for workers.
• Trains can be moved between tracks using switches or turnouts.
• Tracks are standardized in width and height.
• Trains have specific clearance requirements for tunnels, bridges, and platforms.

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