Metals

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-003623",
  "term": "Metals",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The steel rails that form the track structure upon which railway vehicles run. These rails are precisely spaced and secured to sleepers or ties, providing a smooth and low-friction surface for train wheels. The gauge, or distance between the inner faces of the two rails, is a standardized measurement, typically 1,435 millimeters for standard gauge.",
  "subject": "Rail equipment",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Metals",
    "es": "vías",
    "fr": "réseau ferré"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/metals/"
}