Traverse

Un support rectangulaire posé perpendiculairement aux rails pour les maintenir à l'écartement correct et transférer les charges vers le ballast. Les traverses modernes sont généralement en béton précontraint, bien que des variantes en bois et en acier soient encore utilisées. Appelé « tie » ou « cross-tie » dans la terminologie nord-américaine.

Foire aux questions

Sleeper is a term used in the railway industry. Understanding this concept helps travelers navigate train services, schedules, and ticketing more effectively. See the full definition above for details.
Knowing what Sleeper means can help passengers plan their journeys, understand announcements, and make informed decisions about routes, fares, and service types when traveling by train.
Several railway terms are closely related to Sleeper. You can explore related concepts in the sidebar or browse the full TrainFYI glossary to deepen your understanding of rail terminology.