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Landvervoer - Trein- en locomotiefonderdelen

Hier leert u enkele Engelse woorden die verband houden met trein- en locomotiefonderdelen, zoals 'cowcatcher', 'boiler' en 'firebox'.

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builder's plate
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a metal or plastic plaque that displays important information about a piece of machinery or equipment

bouwerplaat, bouwplaat

bouwerplaat, bouwplaat

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cowcatcher
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a device mounted at the front of a locomotive to clear obstacles from the tracks

kuilvang, hoevang

kuilvang, hoevang

Ex: cowcatcher was designed to protect the locomotive from collisions .
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air brake
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a device on a vehicle that uses compressed air to slow down or stop its motion

luchtrem, persluchtrem

luchtrem, persluchtrem

Ex: The effectiveness air brakes depends on the proper maintenance of the compressed air system .
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vacuum brake
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a braking system that uses suction to apply brakes, commonly found in older railway systems

vacuumrem, vacuumremsysteem

vacuumrem, vacuumremsysteem

Ex: Modern trains have largely vacuum brakes with more advanced air or electronic braking systems for enhanced reliability and control .
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emergency brake
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a safety device used to stop the train quickly in urgent situations

noodrem, noodstoprem

noodrem, noodstoprem

Ex: Using emergency brake without a valid reason can lead to fines or penalties , so it 's important to understand when it 's appropriate to use it .
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reverser handle
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a lever used to control the direction of movement of the train's engine

omkeerschakelaar, reverseshendel

omkeerschakelaar, reverseshendel

Ex: Proper maintenance includes regular checks on reverser handle to ensure it functions smoothly and reliably .
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boiler
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a closed vessel in which water is heated to create steam or hot water, used for heating buildings, producing electricity, or powering machines

ketel, boiler

ketel, boiler

Ex: Boilers in power plants convert water into steam to drive turbines .
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coal pusher
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a mechanical device used to automatically feed coal into a furnace or boiler to sustain continuous operation

steenkool duwer, steenkool aanvoerder

steenkool duwer, steenkool aanvoerder

Ex: Modern technologies have improved the reliability and effectiveness coal pushers in heating systems .
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feedwater heater
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a device used in power plants to preheat water before it enters the boiler

voedwaterverwarmer, voedwaterspeler

voedwaterverwarmer, voedwaterspeler

Ex: Proper maintenance feedwater heaters ensures optimal performance and prolongs their operational lifespan .
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firebox
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the chamber in a steam locomotive where fuel is burned to heat water and produce steam

vuurdoos, stoomketel

vuurdoos, stoomketel

Ex: firebox was insulated to contain heat efficiently .
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sandbox
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a container for storing sand, used to improve traction between the wheels of a train and the rails

zandbak, zandcontainer

zandbak, zandcontainer

Ex: sandboxes, trains would struggle to maintain traction on slippery tracks , potentially causing delays or safety hazards .
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smokebox
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a part of a steam engine where smoke and gases from burning fuel exit into the atmosphere

rookkamer, rookkas

rookkamer, rookkas

Ex: After the long journey , the maintenance crew cleaned out smokebox to prepare the locomotive for its next run .
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tender
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a car attached to a steam locomotive to carry fuel and water

coupé, tankwagen

coupé, tankwagen

Ex: tender's design varied based on the locomotive 's fuel requirements .
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train horn
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a loud device used by trains to signal their approach or presence

treinfluit, treinsignaal

treinfluit, treinsignaal

Ex: Residents near the railway station are accustomed to the regular blasts of train horn throughout the day and night .
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whistle
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a device mounted on locomotives and some railcars that emits a loud, high-pitched sound to signal warnings or communicate with personnel and other trains

fluit, hoorn

fluit, hoorn

Ex: The conductor blew whistle twice , signaling the train 's emergency stop due to track maintenance ahead .
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ditch light
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a bright lamp mounted on the front of a locomotive or train to illuminate the tracks ahead and improve safety during night travel

slootlicht, schijnwerper

slootlicht, schijnwerper

Ex: Ditch lights are mandated by safety regulations to prevent collisions and improve railway operations .
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train wheel
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a large metal disk that rotates to help a train move along tracks

treinwiel, treinwielen

treinwiel, treinwielen

Ex: The size and shape of train wheel are standardized across different types of trains for interoperability .
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bogie
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a set of wheels and axles used in various types of rolling stock, such as freight cars or passenger coaches

bogie, onderstel

bogie, onderstel

Ex: The development of bogies has improved the efficiency of modern railway systems .
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brakeman's caboose
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the rear car of a freight train where the crew monitors operations and controls the brakes

remmer's caboose, achterste treinwagen van de remmer

remmer's caboose, achterste treinwagen van de remmer

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gangway
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a passage between rows of seats in an auditorium, aircraft, etc.

gangpad, loopgang

gangpad, loopgang

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compartment
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

any of the separate sections within a passenger train carriage, typically enclosed by walls and equipped with seats

compartiment, afdeling

compartiment, afdeling

Ex: compartment had its own window for passengers to enjoy the scenery .
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vestibule
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a small, enclosed area between train cars where passengers can move from one car to another

instapruimte, tussenruimte

instapruimte, tussenruimte

Ex: Passengers should avoid blocking vestibule doors to allow others to enter and exit the train smoothly .
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coupling
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the mechanism used to connect railroad cars together

koppeling, koppelstuk

koppeling, koppelstuk

Ex: coupling system included safety features to prevent accidental uncoupling .
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coupling rod
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a rigid bar that connects the wheels of adjacent railway vehicles to synchronize their movement

koppelstang, koppelingstang

koppelstang, koppelingstang

Ex: The design of coupling rod varies depending on the type of rolling stock and its intended use .
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cut lever
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a device used by railway personnel to operate the couplers between train cars

afsnijhevel, ontkoppelhevel

afsnijhevel, ontkoppelhevel

Ex: Before departing , the crew always checks the condition of cut lever to ensure it 's ready for the next journey .
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pantograph
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a component of an electric train that connects it to overhead wires for drawing power

pantograaf, contactarm

pantograaf, contactarm

Ex: Maintenance crews pantographs regularly to prevent wear and ensure safe and efficient train operations .
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