Excerpt from Some Recent Developments in Car Heating and Ventilation
Under normal conditions the porter opens alternate deck sash along each side of the car. The heater pipes under the berth heats the air under and m the lower berth too much, and usually a man who objects to a warm room has to open the window slightly to keep the air snficiently cool. If the car has three sash, as is customary in the north, the small opening in the outer sash may not give as much ventilation as is desired. In the upper berth the outside air blows freely in from the ventilators, and at times the draughts caused are very annoying and severe. If too many of the ventilatorsand the ventilation poos.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the complex relationship between ventilation and passenger comfort in railway sleeping cars. The author traces the history of ventilation systems, from early steam-powered designs to more modern electric-powered systems. The author argues that while ventilation is essential for maintaining passenger comfort, it can also be a source of discomfort if not properly regulated. The book provides a detailed analysis of the various factors that affect ventilation, including temperature, humidity, and air quality. The author also discusses the psychological factors that can influence passenger perceptions of comfort. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of railway travel or in the design of ventilation systems for public transportation. It is also a fascinating read for anyone who has ever wondered why their train car is always too hot or too cold. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781527722828_0
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