ISBN: 9781333484255 - Engineer's Field Book (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive overview of railroad surveying and construction during the late 19th century. It covers all aspects of railway engineering, from the initial reconnaissance and preliminary surveys to the final construction and maintenance of the line. The author provides detailed instructions on how to perform each task, including the use of instruments, the calculation of quantities, and the setting out of curves. He also discusses the broader context of railroad construction, including the economic and social factors that influenced its development. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of railroad engineering. 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.…