Cog Railway (Noun)
Meaning
Railway for steep mountains; a cogwheel on the locomotive engages cogs on a center rail to provide traction.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The Jungfrau Railway in Switzerland is a well-known example of a cog railway that traverses steep mountain terrain.
- A cog railway was used to construct the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway to transport goods and passengers through the mountainous region.
- The use of a cog railway makes it possible to climb steep grades without the risk of wheels slipping on the track.
- Switzerland's Rigi Railway was one of the first mountain cog railways to be built in the late 19th century.
- Japan's Hakone Tozan Railway is a scenic cog railway line that offers stunning views of Mount Fuji.