10. Rail Lubrication & Buffer Stop

SKF Lincoln lubrication system used in Dhaka Metro.

• True

• False

What is the purpose of the Wiper bar in the lubrication system?

• To clean the tracks

• To transfer grease to wheel flanges

• To control speed

• To measure the temperature

A salient feature of the lubrication system is quick spread over.

• True

• False

What is one of the benefits of rail lubrication in terms of noise reduction?

• Decreases noise levels

• No impact on noise levels

• Varies noise levels

• Increases noise levels

What is the purpose of the wheel sensor in the pump station assembly?

• To measure temperature

• To detect wheel movement

• To measure pressure

• To control the motor

Lubrication system should be installed at the tangent of the curve.

• True

• False

Components of SKF Lincoln Rail Lubrication system

• Grease Pump

• Controller Unit

• Wheel Sensor

• All the above

What is the purpose of a Buffer stop in Railway Systems?

• To improve Passenger Comfort

• To increase train speed

• To ensure safety by preventing vehicles from exceeding the end of a track section

• To reduce track maintenance costs

What is the purpose of the coupler in a Buffer Stop?

• To increase the sliding length of the Buffer stop

• To provide additional support to the Rails

• To absorb part of the impact force through hydraulic action

• To transfer all impact force through friction shoes

How often should the frames and other metal parts of a buffer stop be visually inspected for damage?

• Every 3 months

• Every 6 months

• Every year

• Every 2 year