Railway Track And Track Work (1897)

""Railway Track and Track Work"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Edward Ernest Russell Tratman in 1897. This book provides a detailed description of the construction, maintenance, and operation of railway tracks. It covers various topics such as the types of tracks, the materials used in track construction, the methods of laying tracks, and the tools and equipment required for the process. The book also delves into the maintenance and repair of railway tracks, including the detection and correction of defects, the use of ballast, and the methods of track renewal. It also covers the important aspects of track safety, including the prevention of derailments and the management of track inspections. Throughout the book, Tratman provides illustrations and diagrams to aid in the understanding of the concepts discussed. This book is an invaluable resource for railway engineers, track workers, and enthusiasts who want to gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies of railway tracks and track work.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.