Show the functions of sleepers in railway, Civil Engineering

Q. Show the Functions of sleepers in railway?

Functions of sleepers in railway works are as below:

(i) The primary function of a sleeper is to grip the rail to gauge and to distribute rail loads to ballast with acceptable induced pressure.

(ii) Side functions of a sleeper include avoidance of both longitudinal and lateral track movement.

(iii)It also assists to enhance correct line and level of the rails.

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Fig. Sleepers

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