Wire Rope Tramways (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Softcover
- New
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Print on Demand. Embark on a journey through the fascinating history and intricate mechanics of wire rope tramways, a once-revolutionary transportation system that conquered challenging terrains and fueled industrial growth. This book delves into the evolution of aerial transportation, contrasting early single-rope systems with the groundbreaking Bleichert system, renowned for its capacity to handle heavier loads, navigate steeper inclines, and span greater distances. The author meticulously details the engineering marvels behind these tramways, exploring their construction, operation, and diverse applications across mining, quarrying, and even urban settings. Vivid descriptions and illustrative examples showcase the system's adaptability to various landscapes and its ability to efficiently transport materials over long distances. Through a blend of technical expertise and historical context, this book illuminates the ingenuity of wire rope tramways and their profound impact on industries and communities. Discover how these aerial pathways not only revolutionized transportation but also shaped the course of industrial development during a pivotal era. 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.…
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- Title
- Wire Rope Tramways (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- E. Gybbon Spilsbury
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0282829334
- ISBN 13
- 9780282829339
- Seller catalogs
- General Engineering
New approaches to moving heavy loads: how cable tramways transformed mining and quarry work
This classic technical work surveys the development of wire rope tramways and the Bleichert system, showing how stationary carrying cables and clever couplings cut costs and boost capacity. It explains why single moving-rope designs fell short and how the modern system enables heavier loads, steeper grades, and longer spans with reliable operation.
The book walks through practical layouts, components, and operating principles. It includes profiles of real lines, discusses curve devices, terminal loading and unloading, and explains how to plan for maintenance and cost. It also covers quarry cable hoists and power transmission, making it a valuable reference for engineers and managers in heavy industry.- How different tramway systems move loads and how the Bleichert design overcomes common limits
- Details on spans, grades, and the mechanics of carrying cables and carriers
- Guidance on loading, unloading, switching, and terminal operations
- Case studies and practical notes for planning, surveying, and cost estimates
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