Aspect

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-000286",
  "term": "Aspect",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The visual indication displayed by a railway signal, conveying instructions or information to the train driver. This indication is formed by the color, position, and flashing of lights, or the position of mechanical arms. Different aspects communicate commands such as 'stop,' 'proceed,' or 'reduce speed,' governing train movements safely across the network.",
  "subject": "Rail equipment",
  "see_also": [
    "signal aspect"
  ],
  "references": [
    "Rail Accident Report (assets.publishing.service.gov.uk)"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Signalbild",
    "es": "aspecto",
    "fr": "aspect"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/aspect/"
}