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Words Related to Land Transportation
rail
[名詞]

a steel track on which trains run

レール, 鉄道レール

レール, 鉄道レール

Ex: They laid rail for the expanding line .
track
[名詞]

a pair of metal bars that trains use to move

レール, 線路

レール, 線路

Ex: Whether for freight or passenger transporttracks play a vital role in the functioning of railway systems worldwide .

a set of tracks that trains travel on between destinations

鉄道路線, 鉄道ライン

鉄道路線, 鉄道ライン

Ex: The railroad line reduced travel time significantly .
main line
[名詞]

an important railroad line between two cities or large towns

メインライン, 本線

メインライン, 本線

Ex: Travelers often prefer main line for its frequent train services and convenience .
branch line
[名詞]

a secondary railway line that splits from a main line

支線, 分岐線

支線, 分岐線

Ex: branch line was less busy than the main line .
siding
[名詞]

a short track connected to a main track, used for loading, unloading, or storing trains

サイディング, 側線

サイディング, 側線

Ex: Maintenance equipment was kept on siding.
spur
[名詞]

a short railway track branching off from a main line, typically leading to a specific facility

スパー, 側線

スパー, 側線

Ex: The train switched to spur to drop off cargo .

the layer of crushed stones or gravel placed under and around railway tracks to keep them in place and provide drainage

軌道バラスト, トラックバラスト

軌道バラスト, トラックバラスト

Ex: The maintenance team regularly checks track ballast to ensure it is in good condition .
monorail
[名詞]

a railway system that has only one rail instead of two, usually in an elevated position

モノレール, 単軌道

モノレール, 単軌道

Ex: Engineers praised monorail for its minimal footprint and environmentally friendly design compared to traditional rail systems .
switch
[名詞]

a mechanical installation enabling trains to be guided from one track to another

分岐器, スイッチ

分岐器, スイッチ

Ex: switch was manually operated by the railway staff .
funicular
[名詞]

a type of railway powered by cables that goes up and down a slope

ケーブルカー, 懸垂式鉄道

ケーブルカー, 懸垂式鉄道

Ex: Riding funicular was a highlight of their trip , as they marveled at the engineering feat that allowed for such a comfortable ascent .
third rail
[名詞]

an additional rail providing electric power to trains, often used in subway systems

サードレール, 第三のレール

サードレール, 第三のレール

Ex: She was warned to stay clear of the third rail.

a wire or cable that is used to carry electricity or signals and is supported above the ground by poles or towers

架空線, 上部線

架空線, 上部線

Ex: Engineers inspected overhead lines to ensure they were safe and in good condition .
tie
[名詞]

a crosspiece used to hold the rails in place and keep them evenly spaced

枕木(まくらぎ), 天然木(てんねんぼく)の横木(よこぎ)

枕木(まくらぎ), 天然木(てんねんぼく)の横木(よこぎ)

Ex: ties were used for increased durability .
railhead
[名詞]

the farthest point reached by a railway line or the starting point for transport of goods

鉄道終点(てつどうしゅうてん), 貨物発地(かもつはつち)

鉄道終点(てつどうしゅうてん), 貨物発地(かもつはつち)

Ex: railhead was bustling with activity .
track bed
[名詞]

the layer of stones or other material on which the railway tracks are laid

バラスト層, 軌道基盤

バラスト層, 軌道基盤

Ex: Engineers studied track bed to improve its durability and performance .
tie plate
[名詞]

a flat piece of metal used to join and support the ends of rails in a railroad track

レール板, タイプレート

レール板, タイプレート

Ex: During maintenance , engineers inspect tie plate to ensure it is secure and undamaged .
gauge
[名詞]

the distance between the inner sides of the two parallel rails of a track

ゲージ, 軌間

ゲージ, 軌間

Ex: The project involved converting the railway to a gauge.
narrow gauge
[名詞]

a smaller distance between railroad tracks, less than the standard size, often used in mountains or small space

ナローゲージ, 狭軌

ナローゲージ, 狭軌

Ex: narrow gauge was perfect for the terrain .

the most common distance between railroad tracks, which is 1,435 mm apart

標準軌, スタンダードゲージ

標準軌, スタンダードゲージ

Ex: Standard gauge allowed for interoperability with other railways .

a place where trains regularly stop for passengers to get on and off

駅, 鉄道駅

駅, 鉄道駅

Ex: train station was located in the city center , making it convenient for travelers .

a place where trains stop to pick up or drop off passengers and cargo

鉄道駅, 駅

鉄道駅, 駅

Ex: railroad station was a hub of activity .
platform
[名詞]

the raised surface in a station next to a railroad track where people can get on and off a train

プラットフォーム, ホーム

プラットフォーム, ホーム

Ex: The train pulled into platform, and the passengers began to board .
concourse
[名詞]

a large open space or hallway within a building, often used for gatherings or as a central area in transportation hubs like airports or train stations

大ホール (だいホール), コンコース

大ホール (だいホール), コンコース

Ex: As the concert ended , fans streamed out of the arena into concourse, their faces still glowing with the energy of the performance .
signal box
[名詞]

a building or structure from which railway signals and switches are controlled

信号ボックス, 信号独立建屋

信号ボックス, 信号独立建屋

Ex: They upgraded the equipment in signal box.

a new train or bus station built on an existing line to serve an area that previously did not have a nearby station

インフィル駅, 追加駅

インフィル駅, 追加駅

Ex: infill station was part of a larger project to modernize the entire transit system .

a major station where multiple train routes converge and services are provided

鉄道ターミナル, 鉄道終着駅

鉄道ターミナル, 鉄道終着駅

Ex: He checked the schedule at railroad terminal.

a raised structure in a train station where passengers can board and alight from trains, surrounded by tracks on both sides

島式ホーム, 島プラットホーム

島式ホーム, 島プラットホーム

Ex: island platform was accessible via an overhead bridge that connected it to the main station building .

a type of railroad where trains rely on friction between the wheels and the track for propulsion rather than using a cog or rack system

摩擦式鉄道, 接着鉄道

摩擦式鉄道, 接着鉄道

Ex: Engineers adhesion railways to handle various weather conditions and track gradients efficiently .
cog railway
[名詞]

a railway with a toothed rail, allowing trains to operate on steep gradients

歯車鉄道, ギアリング鉄道

歯車鉄道, ギアリング鉄道

Ex: cog railway used a special gear system .
railway yard
[名詞]

a complex of tracks where trains are stored, maintained, and built

鉄道ヤード, 車両基地

鉄道ヤード, 車両基地

Ex: They organized the freight cars in railway yard.

a specialized railway facility where freight trains are sorted into different tracks according to their destinations or routes

分類ヤード, 仕訳ヤード

分類ヤード, 仕訳ヤード

Ex: The smooth operation of classification yard depends on precise coordination and communication among railway personnel .
balloon loop
[名詞]

a circular railway track that allows trains to change direction without needing to turn around

バルーンループ, 周回線路

バルーンループ, 周回線路

Ex: The historic railway museum features a fully restored balloon loop used during the steam era.
wye
[名詞]

a track arrangement where three rails converge to allow trains to change direction

ワイ, スリーウェイレール

ワイ, スリーウェイレール

Ex: Train conductors use wye to position their locomotives for onward journeys along various routes .
rail profile
[名詞]

the cross-sectional shape or contour of a railway track's metal rail

レール断面, レールプロファイル

レール断面, レールプロファイル

Ex: Advanced technologies now allow for precise measurements rail profiles to optimize performance and safety .
wayobject
[名詞]

a term used to describe any equipment, device, or structure used on or alongside railway tracks to facilitate safe and efficient operations

通行物, 軌道物

通行物, 軌道物

Ex: Maintenance crews use wayobjects such as track trolleys and inspection vehicles to keep the railway infrastructure in good condition .

a tall structure supporting electrical wires used to power trains

架線柱, トラクション柱

架線柱, トラクション柱

Ex: The design of traction current pylons focuses on durability and efficiency to sustain heavy electrical loads .
midway
[名詞]

a wide main pathway in facilities like railroad yards or factories, flanked by work buildings or storage areas

Ex: Storage warehouses bordered both sides of midway in the rail yard .
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