The Field Engineer: A Handy Book of Practice in the Survey, Location, and Track-Work of Railroads; Containing a Large Collection of Rules and Tables, Original and Selected, Applicable to Both the Stan - Hardcover

William Findlay Shunk

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0366493442 ISBN 13: 9780366493449

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master the practical craft of railroad surveying and track work with a trusted field manual that emphasizes real-world knowledge.

This hands‑on reference provides rules, tables, and methods for the survey, location, and track work of railroads, covering both standard and narrow gauge systems. It prioritizes useful, testable knowledge over theoretical exercises, making it a durable tool for daily field practice.

The book concentrates on essential skills for field engineers, including a wide collection of tables and practical procedures. It aims to deliver instruction that remains current for the craft, with original material and carefully chosen references to support problem solving in the field.

• Clear guidance on surveying, locating, and track-work tasks for railroads
• Extensive tables and calculations useful for field decisions
• Discussion of curves, elevations, and layout techniques in real-world settings
• Approach suitable for both standard and narrow gauge work

Ideal for early-career and experienced readers alike who need a reliable, no-nonsense reference for railroad field practice, including those involved in surveying, alignment, and track construction.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0366493442
• ISBN 13: 9780366493449
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 363