Publisher's Synopsis
Elements Of Railroad Track And Construction is a comprehensive guidebook written by Winter Lincoln Wilson in 1915. The book covers all aspects of railroad track and construction, including the design and construction of tracks, the materials used, and the tools and techniques needed to build and maintain them. It also includes information on the various types of railroad tracks, such as mainline, branch line, and industrial tracks, as well as the different types of rail joints, switches, and crossings. The book provides detailed instructions on how to lay and maintain tracks, including the use of ballast, ties, and rails, and offers tips on how to prevent derailments and other accidents. Additionally, the book covers the history of railroad construction and the role of railroads in the development of the United States. Written in a clear and concise style, Elements Of Railroad Track And Construction is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and mechanics of railroad track and construction.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.
