Instruction Book: The Quick Action Automatic Brake (Classic Reprint)

Language: English

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

1527617971 / 9781527617971

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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.

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Title
Instruction Book: The Quick Action Automatic Brake (Classic Reprint)
Author
George Westinghouse, W. W. Card
Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication year
2018
Condition
New
Book Type
print-on-demand item
Binding
Paperback
Language
English
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1527617971
ISBN 13
9781527617971
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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