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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book details the building of a portion of the H.N. Railway in Chicago. It describes the challenges the author faced in maintaining service for the railway while simultaneously elevating the tracks to meet city ordinances. The author begins by describing the plan for the track elevation, including the grading, paving, and construction of abutments, retaining walls, and piers for the steel superstructures. He then outlines the process by which the track elevation would be achieved while maintaining rail service. The author meticulously details the specifications for all materials and construction involved in the project, including the types of cement, aggregate, and steel to be used. The book also includes the specifications for the paving, curbing, and sidewalks that would be affected by the construction. Finally, the book provides a detailed cost analysis for each aspect of the project, including the purchase and delivery of materials, labor costs, and the cost of equipment and machinery. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of infrastructure projects or the engineering involved in track elevation and similar construction projects. 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 9781333518974_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333518974
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333518974
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)