ISBN: 9781390289893 - Electricity in the Service of Man, Vol. 2: A Popular and Practical Treatise on the Applications of Electricity to Modern Life; Technology of Electricity, Section Iii (classic Reprint) (1 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the development of electric traction systems, focusing on the methods used to supply power to moving vehicles. The author traces the evolution of these systems from their inception in the late 19th century to their widespread adoption in the early 20th century. The book examines the challenges faced by early engineers in designing and implementing these systems, and discusses the various solutions that were developed. The author also explores the impact of electric traction on the development of public transportation and urban infrastructure, and discusses the role that these systems played in shaping modern cities. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and development of electric traction systems and offers insights into the technological and social factors that have shaped their evolution. 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.…