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Railway Signalling
In the years BC
(Before Computers)

These pages attempt to give a simple description of the mechanical signalling techniques employed on the Railways.

An introduction to mechanical interlocking
The Treadle
Track Circuits
Signals
Lineside Signs
Mechanical signal box simulation  

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