جستجو
Classification yard
/klˌasɪfɪkˈeɪʃən jˈɑːd/
/klˌæsɪfɪkˈeɪʃən jˈɑːɹd/Classification yard
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محل طبقه بندی, حیاط طبقه بندی
a specialized railway facility where freight trains are sorted into different tracks according to their destinations or routes
What is a "classification yard"?
A classification yard is a type of railway yard where trains are sorted and organized based on their destinations. In this yard, freight cars are separated and grouped together to form new trains, each heading to different locations. The yard uses a system of tracks and often includes special equipment to help move the freight cars onto the correct tracks. Classification yards are important for managing large amounts of freight, ensuring that the right cars are in the right places for efficient transport. They are commonly found in major freight railway systems.
Example
In a classification yard, trains arrive from various locations and are rearranged to form new trains headed in specific directions.
The classification yard ensures efficient sorting of freight cars, allowing trains to be quickly assembled and dispatched.
Railroad workers use switches and tracks to maneuver each car within the classification yard, ensuring they end up in the correct train.
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