Master the essentials of electric railways with practical guidance on power systems, control equipment, and safe operation. This handbook presents how different street railway power systems work, from third rail and surface contact to conduit and storage batteries, with clear explanations suitable for workers and students alike.
Readers gain a solid overview of the equipment and processes that power electric cars on urban networks. The material emphasizes practical concepts, routine maintenance, and the reasoning behind common design choices, helping readers understand both everyday operation and the engineering behind it.
Ideal for readers of technical history, railroad engineering, or hands-on electrical systems who want a practical baseline in electric car operation.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book guides the reader through the essential principles and practical duties of operating electric streetcars. It serves as a comprehensive manual for motormen, providing an accessible and well-rounded understanding of the electrical equipment and devices used in early 20th-century electric railway systems. The author draws on their experience instructing motormen to explain the theory and construction of electric motors, controllers, brakes, and other car components, as well as the practical operation of these systems. This book offers valuable insights into the historical development of electric streetcars, the safety precautions and operating techniques required for their efficient and reliable operation, and the technical challenges faced by early motormen. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation technology, the practical operation of electric streetcars, or the technical challenges of early electric railway systems. 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 9781332799527_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332799527
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332799527
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)