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  • Innovative Applications of Big Data in the Railway Industry
    Use of big data has proven to be beneficial within many different industries, especially in the field of engineering; however, infiltration of this type of technology into more traditional heavy industries, such as the railways, has been limited. Innovative Applications of Big Data in the Railway Industry is a pivotal reference source for the latest research findings on the uti...
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    322,94 €

  • A Public Spirit
    George H. Atkinson
    George Henry Atkinson (1819-89) was a son of New England who arrived in the Oregon Territory in 1848, sent by the American Home Missionary Society. Although his commission from the Society specified that his work was to be ecclesiastical and educational, he took an approach to that assignment which went well beyond his mandate. Well-informed and energetic, he made an impact on ...
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    10,45 €

  • Predicting Road Quality and Accessibility Indicators through Conventional and Innovative Methods
    Asian Development Bank
    Outlining how to better assess road quality and accessibility in Asia and the Pacific, this report explores ways to harness machine learning to bridge financing and data gaps and maintain the road networks vital for economic development. The report reviews traditional methods such as surveys and explores how innovative technologies can help improve road quality monitoring. It s...
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    36,26 €

  • Automated, Faster and Greener Transport Systems
    Milan Janić
    This book evaluates the performances of existing and future transport systems, based on the level of automation, operating speed, and greening effect. ...
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    271,10 €

  • Sodor Reading Between the Lines
    Christopher Awdry
    Why is Thomas Blue?What did the Rev’d Awdry think of the TV Series?Which Story does Percy first appear in?These are just three of the many questions, which are asked regularly, and the answer to these and many others are here. Reading Between the Lines builds on the popular book published by the Rev’d W Awdry and his brother George in 1987 and now out of print. While covering s...
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    17,84 €

  • Sodor Reading Between the Lines
    Christopher Awdry
    Why is Thomas Blue?What did the Rev’d Awdry think of the TV Series?Which Story does Percy first appear in?These are just three of the many questions, which are asked regularly, and the answer to these and many others are here. Reading Between the Lines builds on the popular book published by the Rev’d W Awdry and his brother George in 1987 and now out of print. While covering s...
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    24,55 €

  • The Cockburn Line
    Lionel Noble
    Lionel Noble transports readers to the post-World War II narrow-gauge steam era of the South Australian Railways between Peterborough and Cockburn. With little support on the frontier, workers relied on patience, perseverance, initiative and ingenuity to keep trains running. Lionel’s recollections lay bare the harsh, perilous conditions and testing extremes of weather that isol...
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    14,68 €

  • Railway Safety Management
    Katarzyna Chruzik / Marzena Graboń-Chałupczak
    This book offers a comprehensive and practical guide to managing safety in the rail transport sector. Written for railway professionals, safety managers, policymakers, researchers and students in transport-related fields, it bridges the gap between regulation and practice. ...
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    98,11 €

  • One Track Mind - a trainspotter’s journey
    Nick Carter
    If you’ve ever stood on the end of a platform or nipped around a loco depot jotting down numbers, or even spent ages trying to take the perfect railway photo, then this book is for you.Set against an ever-changing landscape, the author takes you inside the world of a truly devoted trainspotter - from the early years right up until the present day.There are stories of camping, a...
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    18,27 €

  • The Wind-Jammers
    T. Jenkins Hains
    Set sail on an unforgettable journey with 'The Wind-Jammers,' a thrilling nautical adventure that has captivated readers for generations. Now republished by Alpha Editions, this classic maritime fiction has been meticulously restored for today s and future generations, offering a unique glimpse into the world of sea voyages and historical seafaring.Dive into the heart of a tale...
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    16,90 €

  • The Wilderness Trail
    H. Bedford-Jones
    Embark on an unforgettable journey with 'The Wilderness Trail,' a captivating tale that immerses you in the heart of nature’s raw beauty. This classic adventure novel, long out of print and now lovingly republished by Alpha Editions, invites outdoor enthusiasts and casual readers alike to explore the thrill of wilderness adventure and the essential survival skills needed to thr...
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    16,09 €

  • White Mountain Trails ; Tales of the Trails to the Summit of Mount Washington and other Summits of the White Hills
    Winthrop Packard
    Embark on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the White Mountains with 'White Mountain Trails: Tales of the Trails to the Summit of Mount Washington and other Summits of the White Hills.' This captivating collection of stories invites both outdoor enthusiasts and literary aficionados to explore the rich tapestry of New Hampshire’s hiking history. Rev...
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    16,04 €

  • Compilation of Selected Railroad, Pipeline, and Hazardous Materials Transportation Laws Vol 1
    This compilation of Selected United States Railroad, Pipeline, and Hazardous Materials Transportation Laws is a resource for those interested in U.S. laws governing railroad regulation; retirement; unemployment; and labor laws; and pipelines and hazardous materials. This compilation includes laws governing regional rail lines; AMTRAK; and passenger rail lines; rail labor issues...
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    39,61 €

  • Compilation of Selected Railroad, Pipeline, and Hazardous Materials Transportation Laws Vol 3
    Michael S. Twinchek
    This compilation of Selected United States Railroad, Pipeline, and Hazardous Materials Transportation Laws is a resource for those interested in U.S. laws governing railroad regulation; retirement; unemployment; and labor laws; and pipelines and hazardous materials. This compilation includes laws governing regional rail lines; AMTRAK; and passenger rail lines; rail labor issues...
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    41,19 €

  • Compilation of Selected Railroad, Pipeline, and Hazardous Materials Transportation Laws Vol 4
    Michael S. Twinchek
    This compilation of Selected United States Railroad, Pipeline, and Hazardous Materials Transportation Laws is a resource for those interested in U.S. laws governing railroad regulation; retirement; unemployment; and labor laws; and pipelines and hazardous materials. This compilation includes laws governing regional rail lines; AMTRAK; and passenger rail lines; rail labor issues...
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    39,46 €

  • Human Factors in the U.S. Railroad Industry
    Thomas G. Raslear
    Human Factors in the U.S. Railroad Industry book investigates the human factor behind one of the world’s biggest railway networks and synthesizes the body of research that has been produced by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) on Human Factors in the Railroad industry since 1993. ...
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    169,34 €

  • Interrail/Eurail Icon Illustrated Railway Atlas - Global Pass Edition
    Caty Ross
    Interrail/Eurail Icon Illustrated Railway Atlas - Global Pass Edition is an illustrated Railway Atlas. The simplified Railway Network Map includes Icons, Info and photographs to enable you to make the very most of your time in Europe and get very most benefit from your RailPass. Atlas covers all 33 European counties included in Eurail/Interrail Global Rail Pass plus Moldova, Al...
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    12,65 €

  • The Ward Kimball
    Steve DeGaetano
    The Ward Kimball: The Story of Disneyland Engine No. 5Steve DeGaetanoFrom Plantation to Theme ParkFor Disneyland’s 50th anniversary, the company had a great idea: add a fifth train to the Disneyland Railroad and name it after Ward Kimball, a Disney Legend and, like Walt himself, a railfan. This is the story of how a locomotive built in 1902 became part of the Happiest Place on ...
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    42,41 €

  • The Disneyland Railroad
    Steve DeGaetano
    A Grand Circle TourNoted rail expert Steve DeGaetano welcomes you aboard for this definitive, in-depth history of the Disneyland Railroad, with hundreds of vintage and current photos, and a fascinating, behind-the-scenes account of how Disney operates its system of trains, stations, and roundhouse.The story of the Disneyland Railroad begins with its chief engineer, Walt Disney,...
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    52,89 €

  • The Disneyland Railroad
    Steve DeGaetano
    A Grand Circle TourNoted rail expert Steve DeGaetano welcomes you aboard for this definitive, in-depth history of the Disneyland Railroad, with hundreds of vintage and current photos, and a fascinating, behind-the-scenes account of how Disney operates its system of trains, stations, and roundhouse.The story of the Disneyland Railroad begins with its chief engineer, Walt Disney,...
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    40,84 €

  • Street Railways of Eureka
    Stanley T. Borden / Stanley TBorden
    This volume presents a detailed, heavily illustrated history of the street railway system of Eureka, California. It covers the system’s history beginning in beginning from its inception in 1887. ...
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    10,07 €

  • Monterey and Pacific Grove Street Railway
    Erle C. Hanson / Erle CHanson
    The Western Railroader, Vol. 22, No. 10, Issue No. 238, from September 1959, features a history of the Monterey and Pacific Grove Railway in California from 1890 to 1923. ...
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    9,81 €

  • History of Lehigh Valley Transit Company Railway Operations
    The Lehigh Valley Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society compiled this 1966 History of the Lehigh Valley Transit Company, beginning with the horse-drawn cars in 1868 Allentown. ...
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    13,34 €

  • VICTORIA VERACRUZ Secrets of the Narrow-Gauge Railroad Queen
    Billy Anders
    QUEEN VICTORIA HAS SECRETS OF LOVE AND AMBITION...What happens when a man meets a young woman who scares him to death but awakens the most profound admiration and physical desire he’s ever felt? In 1917, beautiful, smart Vicky, just 15, affected men that way. She had a French-Canadian mother, and a San Luis, Colorado, Hispanic father. Had she been unwanted? The answer bothered ...
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    19,18 €

  • If there were no Shinkansen
    Shuichiro Yamanouchi
    This book is the first book written in English about the secret story of the birth of the Shinkansen in Japan and its subsequent developments. The author, Mr. Shuichiro Yamanouchi, a former chairman of East Japan Railway (JR East), addresses what the essence of Shinkansen technology is and how it could be achieved in such a short time. And the book, written based on his long ex...
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    64,88 €

  • A Treatise Upon Cable or Rope Traction as Applied to the Working of Street and Other Railways
    George W. Hilton / George WHilton / J. Bucknall Smith / JBucknall Smith
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    18,62 €

  • Railwayman - Engineer - Diver
    Brian Maddison
    It is Sunday morning; Brian is standing on the railway line looking over a canal where once there was a bridge. Alongside him is a huge steam crane that snorts fire and smoke and shakes the ground as it picks up the first new beam. He has been planning this job for weeks - it is his responsibility - if he fails there will be thousands of commuters who will not get to work. The ...
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    35,72 €

  • The Wreck of the Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railway A Pioneering Railroad Undone by Greed and Fraud
    James Krause
    This is the story of the Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad (later Railway) from its creation in 1846 until its demise in 1917. The book covers the operation, acquisitions, consolidations and ultimate loss of control to robber-barons. The CH&D’s development from 1851 to 1917 was a prime factor in the growth of western Ohio’s manufacturing centers and population. Ohio’s majo...
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    68,12 €

  • Railway Planning, Management, and Engineering
    V Profillidis
    The 5th edition of Railway Management and Engineering maintains its tradition of offering an innovative scientific approach to tackle a multitude of vital aspects of railways, to understand the origins and inter-relationships of the many situations and phenomena, and to suggest the appropriate methods and solutions to solve emerging problems. ...
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    75,19 €

  • Iowa Northern Railway
    Barton Jennings
    On December 6, 2023, Canadian National announced that it had signed and closed an agreement to acquire Iowa Northern Railway (IANR), a railroad started on August 7, 1981, by shippers on a recently closed route of the Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific. Starting as a selection of isolated routes used to keep grain moving for a few elevators, by 2023 the IANR operated approximately 2...
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    19,90 €