Indian Railways Schedule of Dimensions Quiz
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What does the Schedule of Dimensions (SOD) lay down for Track, Structures, and Rolling Stock?

  • Speed limits and signal locations
  • Types of locomotives and coaches
  • Horizontal and vertical clearances (correct)
  • Maintenance schedules
  • What is the purpose of the lurching motion experienced by rail vehicles?

  • Stabilizing the vehicle on the track
  • Horizontal movement due to track curvature
  • Vertical movement due to unevenness of springs
  • Oscillates from side to side due to clearance between the flanges and gauge face of the rail (correct)
  • What allows new types of rail vehicles to ply on the entire railway system with the same level of safety?

  • Implementing new signaling systems
  • Increasing the number of railway stations
  • Following the Schedule of Dimensions (SOD) (correct)
  • Upgrading the railway tracks
  • Why is the Schedule of Dimensions (SOD) necessary?

    <p>To ensure safety of rail users and railways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the bouncing motion of rail vehicles?

    <p>Unevenness of springs, track, and vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Schedule of Dimensions (SOD)

    • Defines the standards for Track, Structures, and Rolling Stock to ensure interoperability and safety across the railway system.

    Lurching Motion

    • The lurching motion experienced by rail vehicles is caused by the conicality of wheels, which is necessary to guide the vehicle along the track.

    Interoperability

    • The Schedule of Dimensions (SOD) enables new types of rail vehicles to operate safely across the entire railway system by ensuring they conform to standard dimensions.

    Purpose of SOD

    • The Schedule of Dimensions (SOD) is necessary to ensure the safe and efficient operation of rail vehicles across the entire railway system by providing a common standard for Track, Structures, and Rolling Stock.

    Bouncing Motion

    • The bouncing motion of rail vehicles is caused by the spring suspension of the bogies, which absorbs shocks and ensures a smoother ride.

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    Test your knowledge of railway infrastructure with this quiz on Schedule of Dimensions (SOD) for Indian Railways. Explore horizontal and vertical clearances for tracks, structures, and rolling stock, and understand the importance of SOD in ensuring safety for rail users.

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