Maintenance of Way and Structures (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William C. Willard

9780265284018: Maintenance of Way and Structures (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0265284015 ISBN 13: 9780265284018

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Master the essentials of railway maintenance with this comprehensive guide to track and structure care.

This reference lays out fundamental principles and practical methods for maintaining the railway right‑of‑way, including roadbed, drainage, ballast, wooden ties, rails, joints, and track fastenings. Rich illustrations and concrete examples help engineers and students understand how modern maintenance practices were developed and applied.

The book covers organization, rules, and the day‑to‑day work of keeping a busy railroad in safe, efficient condition. It emphasizes the relationship between construction and maintenance, the role of management, and the economics of keeping track in good shape. A noted omission is signaling, which is treated in a separate volume.

Foundational concepts for roadway, ballast, ties, rails, and drainage.
Detailed discussion of track fastenings, joints, and protection against derailments.
Practical guidance on organization, rules, and the duties of maintenance crews.
Illustrations and examples that show how theory translates to field practice.

Ideal for engineers, university students, and railway maintenance professionals seeking a solid, workshop‑ready reference on maintaining and renewing railway track and structures.

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