Definition of Point switch. Meaning of Point switch. Synonyms of Point switch

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Definition of Point switch

Point switch
Point switch Point switch (Railroads) A switch made up of a rail from each track, both rails being tapered far back and connected to throw alongside the through rail of either track.

Meaning of Point switch from wikipedia

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- electrical engineering, a limit switch is a switch operated by the motion of a machine part or the presence of an object. A limit switch can be used for controlling...