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Train Rules and Train Dispatching: A Practical Guide for Train Dispatchers, Enginemen, Trainmen and All Who Have to Do With the Movement of Trains (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Today. As fifty years ago, the train dispatcher is an indispensable factor in the successful operation of American railways. He has grown with the growth of railway transporta tion; his hand still controls the levers of the huge machine into which it has developed, and his eye watches with sleepless vigilance the movement of the trains which are the threads that, weaving in and out in ceaseless motion, constitute the mighty web of a continental com merce.
How he does it is the story of this book, and the story well and worthily told.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 0282650091
- ISBN 13 9780282650094
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages219
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the intricate world of train dispatching, a crucial element in the safe and efficient operation of railroads. Its origins can be traced back to the early days of American rail transportation, when the telegraph was first used to coordinate train movements. The author, with decades of experience in train dispatching, delves into the rulebook known as the Standard Code, providing a comprehensive guide to the complex system of signals, train orders, and regulations that govern train operations. The book highlights the pivotal role of train dispatchers in ensuring the smooth flow of trains, emphasizing their responsibility for minimizing delays while prioritizing safety. It explores various methods for handling trains, including the use of extra trains, work trains, and the coordination of schedules. Through a series of real-world examples, the author illustrates the challenges and complexities faced by train dispatchers in managing the intricate network of rail lines. The book concludes by underscoring the indispensable role of train dispatchers in the successful operation of railways, their decisions shaping the movement of trains that carry goods and people across vast distances. 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 # 9780282650094_0
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