A Practical Treatise On Railway Curves And Location For Young Engineers

By William Findlay Shunk and William Findlay 1830-1907 Shunk

Book Overview

""A Practical Treatise On Railway Curves And Location For Young Engineers"" by William F. Shunk is a comprehensive guidebook for young engineers working on railway projects. The book covers the principles and practices involved in designing and laying out railway curves, including the mathematical calculations and measurements required to ensure safe and efficient operation of trains.The book begins with an overview of the history and development of railway curves, followed by a detailed explanation of the different types of curves and their characteristics. The author then delves into the mathematics of curve design, including the use of trigonometry and calculus to calculate the radius, degree of curvature, and length of curves.In addition to curve design, the book also covers the principles of railway location, including the selection of the best route, the use of surveying instruments, and the importance of factors such as grades, alignment, and drainage. The author provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate these concepts in practice.Overall, ""A Practical Treatise On Railway Curves And Location For Young Engineers"" is an essential resource for anyone involved in the design, construction, or maintenance of railway systems. It provides a comprehensive and practical guide to the principles and practices of railway curve design and location, and is an invaluable reference for young engineers looking to build a career in this 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163749796
• ISBN13: 9781163749791
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"