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What is the purpose of a track circuit?



The primary purpose of a track circuit is to detect the presence of a train on a section of track, providing a fundamental safety function in railway signaling systems. A track circuit is an electrical circuit that uses the rails as conductors. A low-voltage electrical current is sent through one rail, travels through the wheels and axles of any train on the section of track, and returns through the other rail. At the end of the tra....

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