Synopsis
Westinghouse Quick Action Automatic Brake: a practical guide for safe train braking
This handbook explains the system, its components, and how the automatic brake works to improve railway safety. It covers from the steam engine and pump to the brake cylinders and valves, and shows how air pressure travels along the train to apply and release brakes quickly and reliably.
The book walks you through the main parts and how they work together on passenger and freight trains. It also discusses installation, adjustment, and operation, including emergency and automatic actions, conductor controls, and the way the system reacts to pipe leaks or broken hoses. Clear diagrams and precise descriptions help readers understand both routine use and troubleshooting.- Learn the essential parts: steam engine and pump, main and auxiliary reservoirs, triple valve, brake pipe, and brake cylinders.
- Understand how the automatic action uses pressure changes to apply or release brakes across the train.
- See how the engineer’s brake valve, conductor’s valve, and freight vs. passenger configurations affect braking power and safety.
- Get guidance on installation, maintenance, and safe operation to minimize wheel slip and maximize braking efficiency.
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Instruction Book: The Quick Action Automatic Brake (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the revolutionary advancements in railway braking technology during the late 19th century, a period marked by significant growth and innovation in the railroad industry. The author guides the reader through the intricacies of the Westinghouse air brake system, highlighting its evolution from the non-automatic "straight air" brake to the groundbreaking automatic and quick-action automatic variants. The text meticulously describes each component, from the air pump and main reservoir to the engineers brake valve and triple valve, detailing their function and interaction within the overall system. The author also emphasizes the importance of proper installation, maintenance, and operation for achieving optimal braking efficiency and safety. The book offers an engaging and informative exploration of a vital technological development that transformed railway travel, showcasing the complex engineering and human ingenuity behind a seemingly simple yet crucial element of modern transportation. 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 9781527617971_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781527617971
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