A gladhand connector or gladhand coupler is an interlocking hose coupling fitted to hoses supplying pressurized air from a tractor unit to air brakes on a semi-trailer,[1] or from a locomotive to railway air brakes on railroad cars.[2] Gladhand connectors resemble a pair of "hands shaking" when interlocked, hence the name.[1]
- ^ a b Bennett, Sean (2007). Modern diesel technology: brakes, suspension, and steering. Clifton Park, NY: Thomson Delmar Learning. p. 54. ISBN 978-1418013721. Retrieved December 12, 2015.
- ^ Pitt, John (2012). USA by rail : plus Canada's main routes (8th ed.). Chalfont St. Peter: Bradt Travel Guides. p. 29. ISBN 978-1841623894.