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A Practical Treatise On Street Or Horsepower Railways

A Practical Treatise On Street Or Horsepower Railways

Alexander Easton

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
Materia
Trenes y ferrocarriles
ISBN:
9781430499893
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''A Practical Treatise On Street Or Horsepower Railways: Their Location, Construction And Management'' by Alexander Easton is a comprehensive guidebook that covers all aspects of street railways and their operation. The book is written in a practical and accessible style, making it an essential resource for engineers, managers, and other professionals involved in the planning, construction, and operation of street railways.The book begins with an overview of the history of street railways and their development, including the evolution of horse-drawn and cable cars. It then moves on to cover the practical aspects of locating and constructing a street railway, including surveying, grading, and drainage. The book also provides detailed information on the construction of tracks, including the types of materials used and the various methods of laying tracks.In addition to construction, the book covers the management and operation of street railways, including the selection and training of personnel, the maintenance of equipment, and the management of finances. The book also provides guidance on how to design and implement effective safety measures to ensure the safe operation of street railways.Overall, ''A Practical Treatise On Street Or Horsepower Railways: Their Location, Construction And Management'' is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in the planning, construction, and operation of street railways. It provides practical advice and guidance on every aspect of street railway management, making it an essential reference for engineers, managers, and other professionals in the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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