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The Atmospheric Railway (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a detailed exploration of the atmospheric railway system, a novel mode of railway locomotion that utilizes atmospheric pressure to propel trains. The author, an expert in the field, examines the system's potential advantages and challenges based on the findings of a report by Sir Frederick Smith and Professor Barlow. The book delves into the principles of the atmospheric railway, offering insights into the operation of air pumps, leakage, and the influence of tube diameter and vacuum on system efficiency. Through mathematical analysis and experimental data, the author challenges certain conclusions reached in the report, presenting corrected estimates of power requirements and leakage. The author argues that the system offers significant economic benefits, particularly in terms of construction costs and the potential for steeper gradients, which could reduce land acquisition costs and construction complexity. They also highlight the inherent safety of the atmospheric railway, as collisions are eliminated by the design of the system. Overall, this book provides a comprehensive assessment of the atmospheric railway system, examining its technical feasibility, economic viability, and potential for transforming railway transportation. It offers valuable insights for engineers, transportation planners, and anyone interested in the history and development of railway technology. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282691196_0
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The Atmospheric Railway Observations on the Report of Lieut Colonel Sir Frederick Smith, R E And Professor Barlow, on the Atmospheric Railway Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282691196
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