Basically the title. Considering that train wheels are made of metals and run on metal tracks, how do they prevent wheelslip or loss of traction especially when starting with heavy loads or when going uphill? I’ve heard of sandboxes which can be used to provide more grip by spraying sand onto the track but I’m not sure if they’re still prevalent.
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They do. Any British computer can tell you that “leaves on the line” Is a common reason for trains being late. The leaves get crushed into a paste, which reduces friction and the wheels slip (on acceleration, braking, or climbing)
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