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How a Steam Locomotive Works

Author : Karen Parker

Publisher : TLC Publishing

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 22,90 MB

Release : 2009-06-15

Category : Transportation

ISBN : 9780939487899

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Book Description

This book examines how modern steam locomotive works, including all its major sub-systems and appliances. Illustrations show how each part of the locomotive fits into the overall functioning, some background on each aspect of each function, and examples of various locomotives from a wide variety of railroads all over the U.S. The book is written for the layman to understand, providing a really easy to comprehend, yet technically competent and complete volume that will be valuable for anyone interested in the steam era.



American Steam Locomotives

Author : William L. Withuhn

Publisher : Indiana University Press

Page : 738 pages

File Size : 24,21 MB

Release : 2019-03-01

Category : Transportation

ISBN : 0253039355

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Book Description

For nearly half of the nation's history, the steam locomotive was the outstanding symbol for progress and power. It was the literal engine of the Industrial Revolution, and it played an instrumental role in putting the United States on the world stage. While the steam locomotive's basic principle of operation is simple, designers and engineers honed these concepts into 100-mph passenger trains and 600-ton behemoths capable of hauling mile-long freight at incredible speeds. American Steam Locomotives is a thorough and engaging history of the invention that captured public imagination like no other, and the people who brought it to life.



How Steam Locomotives Work

Author : Brian Solomon

Publisher :

Page : 208 pages

File Size : 44,53 MB

Release : 2022-03

Category :

ISBN : 9781627008808

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Unlock the secrets of steam locomotives with this comprehensive book covering how they work, including their design, evolution, and construction. Learn about how they were designed, how they work, what each of the components do, and how the engines operated. Well-known railway author Brian Solomon covers their strengths and weaknesses, how they evolved, and how and why diesel locomotives were able to supersede them. You'll get an in-depth view of the fascinating and extremely popular steam locomotives used throughout history including: How steam locomotive components work together to get a train into motion The evolution of steam leading to more-powerful locomotives The various wheel arrangements and what service each was designed for Differences among coal- and oil-fired types And more! Featuring extensive photo coverage and drawings, this 208-page book is essential for any railfan or model railroader. Take the mystery out of these iconic living, breathing beings!



The Most Powerful Idea in the World

Author : William Rosen

Publisher : University of Chicago Press

Page : 401 pages

File Size : 32,28 MB

Release : 2012-03-15

Category : History

ISBN : 0226726347

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Book Description

"The Most Powerful Idea in the World argues that the very notion of intellectual property drove not only the invention of the steam engine but also the entire Industrial Revolution." -- Back cover.



Building Small Steam Locomotives

Author : Peter Jones

Publisher : Crowood Press UK

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 35,59 MB

Release : 2009-01-15

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9781847970299

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Book Description

If you have an ambition to build a small live steam locomotive, but are daunted by the skills required, then this book is for you. Written in his clear and encouraging style, Peter Jones demystifies the whole process for those with little or no previous experience. Contents include: An explanation of terms; Basic metalworking processes; Step-by-step project guides; Machining; Boilermaking; Painting; and Finishing. Fully illustrated throughout with color photographs and drawings, and including appendices of suppliers and societies, this is an invaluable work for the railway modeler.



How a Steam Locomotive Works

Author : Dominic Wells

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 12,31 MB

Release : 2015-03-12

Category : Steam locomotives

ISBN : 9780711038141

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To address the needs of today's readers, the complex engineering of the steam locomotive is unraveled by use of a large number of easily understandable diagrams, explaining the function of the components in a step-by-step manner. There is no technical knowledge required on the part of the reader, nor is there any requirement to understand engineering drawings, because the diagrams and explanations are carefully approached. Nevertheless, the book should also appeal to the technically minded. Starting with a basic introduction to the principle of the steam locomotive boiler, the book goes on to provide explanations of both coal and oil firing. Further detailed chapters cover all the essential components, including gauge glasses, injectors, control valves, mainframes, cylinders, valve gears, lubrication, air brakes, vacuum brakes, auxiliaries and cab layouts.



The American Steam Locomotive in the Twentieth Century

Author : Tom Morrison

Publisher : McFarland

Page : 637 pages

File Size : 24,51 MB

Release : 2018-07-24

Category : Transportation

ISBN : 1476627932

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Book Description

Between 1900 and 1950, Americans built the most powerful steam locomotives of all time--enormous engines that powered a colossal industry. They were deceptively simple machines, yet, the more their technology was studied, the more obscure it became. Despite immense and sustained engineering efforts, steam locomotives remained grossly inefficient in their use of increasingly costly fuel and labor. In the end, they baffled their masters and, as soon as diesel-electric technology provided an alternative, steam locomotives disappeared from American railroads. Drawing on the work of eminent engineers and railroad managers of the day, this lavishly illustrated history chronicles the challenges, triumphs and failures of American steam locomotive development and operation.



The Operation of Steam Locomotives

Author : Angus Sinclair

Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand

Page : 502 pages

File Size : 30,63 MB

Release : 2022-09-23

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 3368260146

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Book Description

Reprint of the original.





The Backyard Railroader

Author : Jeff Frost

Publisher : McFarland

Page : 307 pages

File Size : 43,82 MB

Release : 2018-12-31

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1476631646

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Book Description

Steam locomotives dominated the railways from the 1820s through the 1960s. Today almost all of them have been replaced with electric and diesel engines, yet the fascination surrounding steam-powered trains has not dwindled. A diverse community of enthusiasts--from mechanics to teachers to lawyers--have taken up the hobby of building and running steam locomotives in their own backyards. Drawing on the author's extensive experience and research, this guide covers the materials, tools, skills and technical information needed to get started or to improve an existing design.