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Iron sleepers are metal infrastructure elements made of steel or wrought iron, placed between the rails to secure them and evenly distribute loads onto the ballast. Also commonly referred to as “steel sleepers,” this system played a significant role in the early railway era due to its high strength and recyclability. Historical Background Iron sleepers began to be used particularly in Europe in the 19th century and were widely implemented in many countries until the early 20th century. However,