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The Third Rail
A third rail is an extra rail used for supplying electricity to trains. Third rail may also refer to: *Third rail (model railroading), in rail transport modelling, a technique that is sometimes applied in order to facilitate easier wiring *The extra rail on a dual gauge railway * "Third Rail" (song), a 1993 song by Squeeze *Third rail of politics, a political metaphor * ''The Third Rail'' (magazine), an online magazine about transportation *The Third Rail (band), an American pop group *''Emergency Third Rail Power Trip'', an album by Rain Parade *Third Rail (TV series), a Singaporean TV drama series * Third Rail (MLS supporters association), an independent supporters' group for New York City FC *Third Rail Releasing, a distribution banner of The Weinstein Company * ''The Third Rail'' (album), a 1996 album by Railroad Jerk * A Guard rail (rail) In rail transport, guard rails or check rails are rails used in the construction of the track, placed parallel to regular running ra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Third Rail
A third rail, also known as a live rail, electric rail or conductor rail, is a method of providing electric power to a railway locomotive or train, through a semi-continuous rigid conductor placed alongside or between the rails of a railway track. It is used typically in a mass transit or rapid transit system, which has alignments in its own corridors, fully or almost fully segregated from the outside environment. Third rail systems are usually supplied from direct current electricity. Modern tram systems, street-running, avoid the risk of electrocution by the exposed electric rail by implementing a segmented ground-level power supply, where each segment is electrified only while covered by a vehicle which is using its power. The third-rail system of electrification is not related to the third rail used in dual gauge railways. Description Third-rail systems are a means of providing electric traction power to trains using an additional rail (called a "conductor rail") fo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Third Rail (model Railroading)
The use of a third rail in rail transport modelling is a technique that was once applied, in order to facilitate easier wiring. Early train sets Pre-war train sets from makers such as Hornby were almost entirely O gauge, either clockwork or electric, with the electric sets using a three rail system. Both the track and rolling stock were made from pressed, lithographed tinplate, with a few pieces of die-cast zinc or turned brass. The third rail was insulated from the tinplate sleepers by insulating fibre washers. Post-war, there was a shift from O gauge to half-size scales of HO and OO. Improved technology at this time, particularly for moulded plastic components, made two-rail electrification practical. Many of the new generation of scenic railway modellers scratch-built their new locomotives for two-rail, although this was far from universally accepted. Most of the commercial train set makers continued with three-rail systems for some time. Difficulties of two-rail Using ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dual Gauge
In railway engineering, "gauge" is the transverse distance between the inner surfaces of the heads of two rails, which for the vast majority of railway lines is the number of rails in place. However, it is sometimes necessary for track to carry railway vehicles with wheels matched to two different gauges. Such track is described as dual gauge – achieved either by addition of a third rail, if it will fit, or by two additional rails. Dual-gauge tracks are more expensive to configure with signals and sidings, and to maintain, than two separate single-gauge tracks. It is therefore usual to build dual-gauge or other multi-gauge tracks only when necessitated by lack of space or when tracks of two different gauges meet in marshalling yards or passenger stations. Dual-gauge tracks are by far the most common configuration, but triple-gauge tracks have been built in some situations. Background The rail gauge is the most fundamental specification of a railway. Rail tracks and whee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Third Rail (song)
"Third Rail" is the first single released from Squeeze's tenth album, ''Some Fantastic Place''. It was the first Squeeze song to crack the Top 40 in the UK since 1987's "Hourglass", peaking at number 39. Track listing 7" vinyl and cassette # "Third Rail" (3:39) # " Cool For Cats (live medley)" (6:21) CD # "Third Rail" (3:39) # "Take Me I'm Yours "Take Me I'm Yours" is the debut single (music), single by English New wave music, new wave band Squeeze (band), Squeeze. It established the band's trademark vocal style, with Chris Difford singing an octave lower than Glenn Tilbrook. Backgrou ... (Paul Dakeyne remix)" (6:47) # "Cool For Cats (live medley)" (6:21) CD (digipak) # "Third Rail" (3:39) # "The Truth ive London, March 1993 (5:05) # "Melody Motel ive London, March 1993 (4:25) # "Walk A Straight Line ive London, May 1992 (4:10) References External linksSqueeze discography at Squeezenet Squeeze (band) songs 1993 singles Songs written by Glenn Tilbrook Songs ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Third Rail Of Politics
The third rail of a nation's politics is a metaphor for any issue so controversial that it is "charged" and "untouchable" to the extent that any politician or public official who dares to broach the subject will invariably suffer politically. The metaphor comes from the high-voltage third rail in some electric railway systems. Touching a third rail can result in electrocution, so usage of the metaphor in political situations relates to the risk of "political suicide" that a person would face by raising certain taboo subjects or having points of view that are either censored, shunned or considered highly controversial or offensive to advocate or even mention. It is most commonly used in North America. Though commonly attributed to Tip O'Neill, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1977 to 1987, it seems to have been coined by O'Neill aide Kirk O'Donnell in 1982 in reference to Social Security. American examples of usage A wide range of issues might be claime ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Third Rail (magazine)
''The Third Rail'' is a U.S.-based online magazine concerning itself with rapid transit topics, including history and current events. It is currently published by The Composing Stack Inc. of New York City, a software and internet services company, and the title is a registered trademark of that company. History ''The Third Rail'' published a single issue as a print magazine A magazine is a periodical publication, generally published on a regular schedule (often weekly or monthly), containing a variety of content. They are generally financed by advertising, purchase price, prepaid subscriptions, or by a combinatio ... dated Summer, 1966 and then published six issues from 1974 to 1976. In May 1999 ''The Third Rail'' was revived as an online magazine. As of April 2007, fifteen online editions have been posted. Publication has been sporadic but all editions are online in 2022. Some of the magazines contain original articles, some contain reprints from the print publication ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Third Rail (band)
The Third Rail was an American pop/rock group, briefly popular in the 1960s, made up of studio musicians. The group had three members: Arthur Resnick, Kris Resnick (Arthur's wife), and Joey Levine. Arthur had spent years writing Brill Building pop songs, including " Under the Boardwalk" by The Drifters and "Good Lovin'" by The Rascals. Levine had played in local bands in New York City and was still in his teens when the group first recorded together. They did only one live show together, in Cincinnati, though they recorded several singles and an album. In 1967, their single "Run Run Run" reached No. 53 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, and that same year the LP ''Id Music'' was released on Epic Records. The last single released under the name Third Rail was issued in 1968, after which Levine went on to sing the tune "Yummy Yummy Yummy" for the Ohio Express. All three members later went on to work as songwriters for Kasenetz & Katz. Discography Albums * ''Id Music'' (1967) Ch ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Emergency Third Rail Power Trip
''Emergency Third Rail Power Trip'' is the debut album by American rock band Rain Parade, released in 1983. It is one of the most prominent records in the Paisley Underground movement of the 1980s. Critical reception In a contemporary review for ''The Village Voice'', music critic Robert Christgau felt that the band imitates "dumb" music from the psychedelic era, specifically "the wimpy singing, wispy tunes, unsure drumming, repetitive guitar effects, and naïve world view of, oh, Kaleidoscope, Morning Glory, Aum." However, AllMusic's Denise Sullivan would later state that the band was "clearly way ahead of their time," adding that "it would take years before sleepy music ... would catch on." As a result, the "traditional, gentle psychedelic pop" of this record "sounds no more made in the '80s than in the '60s or '90s." In his 2003 book ''Turn On Your Mind: Four Decades of Great Psychedelic Rock'', critic Jim DeRogatis stated, "''Emergency Third Rail Power Trip'' is not ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Third Rail (TV Series)
''Third Rail'' is a Singaporean English-language drama produced by Ochre Pictures and distributed by Mediacorp. The first two episodes premiered on MeWATCH on 17 October 2022, with two new episodes added every Monday. The series began airing on Mediacorp's YouTube drama channel and Channel 5 on 25 and 31 October 2022, respectively. Cast * Rebecca Lim as Geraldine Hyak (Geri) * Vanessa Vanderstraaten as Chia Wen Si * Jason Godfrey as Joseph Mandez * Andie Chen as John Ho * Amanda Ang as Seah Su Jin * Carla Dunareanu as Valerie Keng-North (Val) * Benjamin Heng as Choy Boon Wee * Shrey Bhargava as Rajeev Khanna (Raj) * Brian Ng as Ray Huang * Ky Tan Xing Hua as Shawn Kong * Nurul Aini as Jana * Gerald Chew as Prof Lau * David Eung Hao as Jacob Seah * David Matthew as Titus Bhagawan * Cassandra Spykerman as Kartini Puspa * Keagan Kang as Susilo Bhagawan * Benjamin Eio as Chee Production The set of Third Rail was housed inside one of Changi Exhibition Centre's hall, which fe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Third Rail (MLS Supporters Association)
The Third Rail is an independent supporters group for New York City FC of Major League Soccer. It was founded on May 21, 2013, the same day as the expansion club was announced. The name of the club references the third rail, which provides power to the New York City Subway. History The group began as a loose online association of supporters before organizing its first public meeting in February 2014. Since then it has organized regular meetings, pub crawls and other events including viewing parties for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Name and logo The group's name was chosen by a public vote of supporters on May 21, 2014. It refers to the third rail, which powers New York City's subway system Rapid transit or mass rapid transit (MRT), also known as heavy rail or metro, is a type of high-capacity public transport generally found in urban areas. A rapid transit system that primarily or traditionally runs below the surface may be c .... The Third Rail logo was designed by ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Weinstein Company
The Weinstein Company (usually credited or abbreviated as TWC) was an American independent film studio, founded in New York City by Bob and Harvey Weinstein in March 2005. TWC was one of the largest mini-major film studios in North America prior to the firing of Harvey Weinstein following allegations of sexual harassment and rape against him, as well as financial troubles that followed. The studio eventually declared bankruptcy in February 2018, with independent studio Lantern Entertainment acquiring a majority of its film library and assets. Founder and chief executive Bob Weinstein previously owned a small stake in the company. The company dismissed joint founder and chief executive Harvey Weinstein in October 2017, after over 100 women came forward to accuse him of sexual harassment, abuse, assault, or rape. On February 26, 2018, the Weinstein Company announced in a statement that it would declare bankruptcy following the collapse of a buyout deal with an investor group led ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Third Rail (album)
''The Third Rail'' (sometimes also referred to as ''Third Rail'') is the fourth and final studio album by New York City-based blues rock band Railroad Jerk, released on October 8, 1996 on Matador Records. Critical reception Chris Nelson, of Addicted to Noise, ranked ''The Third Rail'' as his fourth favorite album of 1996. Writing in ''the Village Voice'', Robert Christgau gave the album a B+ grade, writing that on it, the band's frontman Marcellus Hall "...represents Manhattan art-slackerdom like the proud denizen he is." AllMusic's Stephen Thomas Erlewine Stephen Thomas Erlewine (; born June 18, 1973) is an American music critic and senior editor for the online music database AllMusic. He is the author of many artist biographies and record reviews for AllMusic, as well as a freelance writer, occ ... gave the album 4 out of 5 stars, writing that "...much of the album rocks harder and better than any of their previous records." Track listing # Clean Shirt – 4:07 # Objecti ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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