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The discussion centers on the dynamics of a train navigating a tight curve, questioning whether such a maneuver could lead to derailment. It highlights that a train must slow down to avoid tipping over, which would occur towards the outside of the curve. The conversation compares this scenario to model trains and slot cars, noting that while cars can spin out, trains are constrained by tracks that prevent sideways slipping. However, if a train were to come to a halt during such a maneuver, restarting could pose significant challenges. Overall, the physics of trains on curves raises interesting safety considerations.
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check out this clip.

http://gfycat.com/PowerfulThornyCanine

if the circle was tight enough, like a corkscrew, could the sideways pulling cause the train to roll in/derail?
 
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It the corner is very tight, the train must slow down or tip over ... it would tip over towards the outside rather than the inside.
You can try this out with a model train, or a slot car set ... but you have seen cars spin-out or tip over going around corners before. The difference with a train is that the tracks stop it slipping sideways ...
 
If it were brought to a halt in this manoeuvre, there would be a lot of trouble getting the whole lot moving again!
 

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