Synopsis
An essential introduction to the theory and practice of railway track engineering in the UK. This book is aimed at people new to the rail industry and is also a guide for the more experienced track engineers who need to refresh their knowledge. Republished 2023. Pages 438. Understanding Track Engineering’ starts with the background to track engineering and its place in the railway engineering system. There is then comprehensive coverage of track components; rails, sleepers and fastenings. The book moves on to the design of railway layouts in plain line and switches & crossings, dealing with geometric principles and their practical application. The support provided by the ballast and earthworks is covered next, followed by off-track management of the lineside. These elements of track engineering are vital to safe and efficient operation but can be overlooked by inexperienced engineers, hence their inclusion in this textbook.
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