Let’s explore the key terms related to railway signaling within a station:
- Station Section:
- The portion between the UP (Upward) and DN (Downward) Advanced Starter signals within a station.
- It defines the area where trains operate within the station limits.
- Starter Signal:
- The first signal encountered by a train as it enters a station.
- Governs the train’s movement until it reaches the Advanced Starter signal.
- Indicates whether the line ahead is clear for departure.
- Advanced Starter Signal:
- Located beyond the Starter signal.
- Marks the limit up to which a normal train can stand at the station.
- Allows shunting movements to go beyond the Starter when intermediate or advanced starters are provided.
- Block Section:
- The portion of track between two consecutive signals (such as Starter and Advanced Starter).
- Ensures safe separation between trains.
- Defines the operational segments within a station.
