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how trains turn, without a differential. The wheels should create massive friction under the heavy loads. It is solved by conical wheels.

Jun 20, 2022•1 min read

Fun Fact: how trains turn, without a differential. The wheels should create massive friction under the heavy loads. It is solved by conical wheels.

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