For fun
Favorite train facts
A small collection of rail trivia and fundamentals—things I bring up far too often.
Tilting trains reduce lateral acceleration (and nausea)
Tilting lets trains take curves faster by reducing perceived side forces for passengers.
Source: General rail engineering principle
Blocks are about safe spacing, not just speed
Block systems keep trains separated in space and time, enabling capacity with safety.
Source: Rail signaling fundamentals