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Proceedings of the American Railway Engineering Association, 1971, Vol. 72 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Even the most sanguine proponent of high-speed rail transportation would have to admit that in the United States we are, at best, poised on the threshold of entry into this domain. For the fastest service now available in this country the average speed is somewhat over 89 mph for an entire non-stop trip. Since this discussion intends to consider speed ranges much greater than this and because the whole concept of high-speed ground transportation is not one on which everyone con cerned has evolved a unanimity of Opinion, an examination of the forces urging us in this direction would not be misdirected.
Train speeds Of the order of 150 to 300 mph must presuppose the movement of people rather than commodities. At this point there appears scant economic justification for the enormous investment that would be required to move the bulk Of the nation's freight at these speeds. Conceivably, certain containerized merchan dise transported on vehicles Of specific design might move at premium rat-es in such a service. But, as a percentage, this would 'be a small fraction Of the overall national freight transfer. The prospect of rail-bound movement Of the country's goods at speeds in excess of 100 mph seems dim indeed in the forseeable future. We are, then, scrutinizing the value of high-speed ground transportation Of people; is it necessary and is it feasible?
In an examination of the first qualification the effect of certain well identified sociological phenomena must be considered.
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- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1333315023
- ISBN 13 9781333315023
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages780
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book focuses on the factors involved in upgrading existing main tracks to support high-speed rail transportation. It discusses the economics of rehabilitation, operation, and maintenance, including associated costs. The author examines the mechanical considerations involved, such as locomotive horsepower requirements, resistance on straight and level track, and the effects of curves and grades. The book also delves into the economic considerations of increasing speeds, including the potential savings in time and the impact on hauling capacity. It analyzes the capacity of freight cars at various speeds and the implications for intermodal freight competition. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the engineering, mechanical, and operating challenges of high-speed rail transportation, offering valuable insights for professionals and policymakers alike. 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 # 9781333315023_0
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