Building And Repairing Railways

""Building and Repairing Railways: Supplement to the Science of Railways"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Marshall M. Kirkman. This book provides detailed information on the construction and maintenance of railways, including the design and layout of tracks, bridges, tunnels, and stations. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the selection of materials, the use of heavy machinery, and the safety precautions necessary for railway construction.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of railway building and repair. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of railways and their importance in modern transportation. The subsequent chapters delve into the technical details of railway construction, including the planning and surveying of routes, the preparation of the subgrade, and the laying of tracks.Other chapters cover topics such as the construction of bridges and tunnels, the installation of signaling systems, and the maintenance of rolling stock. The book also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the concepts discussed.Overall, ""Building and Repairing Railways"" is an essential resource for anyone involved in the construction and maintenance of railways, from engineers and contractors to railway enthusiasts and historians. Its comprehensive coverage and clear writing style make it accessible to readers of all levels of expertise.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.