In the field of railway construction, anti-corrosion sleepers are a common material used to support the foundation of railway tracks and railway structures. The black anti-corrosion sleepers in rectangular shapes laid under the railway tracks can be considered a classic combination. There is also a type of round anti-corrosion wood that directly immerses cylindrical logs in oil and turns them into black. It is usually used as a support for electric poles or poles, and I believe many people have seen it. Imagine why the sleepers on the railway are not directly made of cylindrical logs? Is it just because the cylinder is easy to roll after being folded down? Next, Qingdao Tiehan and everyone will briefly analyze together.
We are all aware that the anti-corrosion wood of the cylinder can roll with just a little force after being folded down. In this regard, it is evident that rectangular anti-corrosion sleepers are more suitable for railway construction. In railway construction, rectangular anti-corrosion sleepers are used. Due to its more stable structure, better load-bearing capacity, and ability to better support the weight of railway tracks and trains, rectangular anti-corrosion sleepers are often chosen in railway construction projects.
Even though rectangular anti-corrosion sleepers are more cumbersome in production compared to cylindrical anti-corrosion sleepers, it cannot be denied that only rectangular anti-corrosion sleepers can be competent for railway sleepers. However, cylindrical anti-corrosion wood is more suitable for use on utility poles or support poles. When used as utility poles or support poles, the advantages of cylindrical anti-corrosion wood are highlighted. Firstly, it is easy to machine and does not require cutting or scoring processes. Furthermore, it retains the original structure and is less prone to deformation and breakage.
Give an example to illustrate this issue. Assuming we want to design anti-corrosion sleepers for a section of railway, we can choose between rectangular or cylindrical shapes. If a rectangular prism is chosen, it can better support the weight of the railway, ensure its stability, and ensure the safety of train operation. And cylindrical anti-corrosion wood is more suitable for making electric poles and support poles, because it has the advantages of easy processing and stable structure.
Let's focus on the railway aspect. The application of rectangular anti-corrosion sleepers on railways is also easier to maintain and replace. Due to the more regular shape of the rectangular prism, railway workers can more easily inspect and maintain the condition of anti-corrosion sleepers. Assuming the use of cylindrical anti-corrosion sleepers, ignoring the instability of the overall railway structure, there may also be uneven wear issues. And if you want to truly reach the point of being usable, at least half of the volume of cylindrical sleepers must be buried in the soil, which will also increase the difficulty of maintenance.
Overall, rectangular anti-corrosion sleepers have better stability, load-bearing capacity, and ease of maintenance in railway construction, making them commonly used materials in railway engineering. By comparing the characteristics of rectangular and cylindrical shapes, we can better understand why rectangular anti-corrosion sleepers are more common, and also better choose shapes that are suitable for railway construction needs.
