Practical guide to the Herron trellis railway concept plus improvements in chairs and fastenings
This nonfiction work presents practical observations on railway structures, focusing on the trellis track and its most approved modifications. It includes detailed descriptions of the patent trellis railway structure, the patent wrought-iron chairs, and new methods for joining rail ends, scarffing timbers, and improved fastenings. Illustrated by four large plates of working plans, it pairs measurements and cost estimates with explanations of how these designs support stability and durability on the English railways.
The volume also covers methods to preserve timber from decay, including the kyanization process and related findings. It surveys the principles behind track strength, joint performance, and the effects of expansion, with practical notes drawn from contemporary railway practice.
- Learn how the trellis track is designed, arranged, and estimated per mile
- See how iron chairs and screws secure rails and distribute loads
- Explore timber treatment methods intended to extend track life
- Understand early engineering debates on track stability and cost
Ideal for readers of engineering history, railway enthusiasts, and professionals seeking a window into mid-19th-century railway innovation and its practical calculus.