American Compound Locomotives

American Compound Locomotives

Fred Herbert Colvin

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Trenes y ferrocarriles
ISBN:
9781436765343
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American Compound Locomotives is a book written by Fred Herbert Colvin and published in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive and practical explanation of the construction, operation, and care of compound locomotives in use on American railroads at the time. The book begins with an introduction to the compound locomotive and its advantages over the simple locomotive. It then goes on to describe the various types of compound locomotives, including the Vauclain, the Balanced Compound, and the Tandem Compound. The book also covers the different parts of the compound locomotive, such as the cylinders, valves, and steam chests.In addition to the technical aspects of the locomotive, the book also provides information on the operation and care of compound locomotives. This includes topics such as lubrication, maintenance, and repairs. The book also includes a section on the economics of compound locomotives, discussing their cost-effectiveness and fuel efficiency.Overall, American Compound Locomotives is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and mechanics of American railroads. It provides a detailed and practical explanation of the compound locomotive and its operation, making it an essential read for engineers, mechanics, and enthusiasts alike.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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