1. Track functions
1.1 Basic technology – Efforts involved
Two wheels linked to a common axle are called an "axle". The wheel-axle connection is rigid, so that all three parts rotate at the same speed. A special feature of the wheels is a shoulder called a "flange", which keeps the axle in line with the two rails that make up the track (figure 1).
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Track functions
Constitution of the track
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