Modern Railway Engineering (131 results)

Condition: Fair. 1912. No Edition Remarks. 159 pages. No dust jacket. Red cloth with decorations. Black and white photographic plates throughout. Slight cracking to hinges, with exposed netting, pages remain attached. Pages and plates have light tanning and foxing throughout. Previous owner's inscription and stamp to front pastedown and endpaper. Some pages uncut throughout. Boards have light shelf-wear with corner bumping. Slight crushing to spine ends.…

Condition: New.

No Jacket. 1982 Reprint hardcover octavo (VG) lacks d/w ; all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage costs.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 377 + all 16 photographic illustrated pages. ( all 19 listed illustrations are here and correct!, the list is incorrect as states No. 2 being to face page 10, but it is infact page 10 as it is a line drawing, with all others being from photographs, even then there a various illustrated pages containing 2 from photographs on one page, but only the ones opposite page 310 and 320 listed as 2 separate illustrations each). In a full leather hardback binding for Kings College Cambridge Choir School in gilt with coat of arms to front cover, NO stamps inside, so maybe a copy was given to each member of the choir. Size 19 x 12.5cm approx. Condition Binding very good, some edge rubbing, mostly to the spine. Contents Very good, clean & tight, did not see any inscriptions or stamps etc. Page edges gilt.To sum up looks like a luxury prize binding, but no stamps or prize label etc inside, possibly not even fully read.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Railway signalling is the invisible force that orchestrates the safe, efficient, and reliable movement of trains across vast and complex networks. It is the nervous system of rail transportation-ensuring that trains operate without conflict, maintain safe separation, and adhere to precise schedules. In an era where mobility is central to economic growth and urban development, signalling systems have evolved from mechanical levers to intelligent, communication-based platforms that leverage automation, real-time data, and artificial intelligence.This book "Modern Railway Signalling and Timetable Engineering", is a culmination of global research, engineering practice, and system-level insights. It is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide for professionals, researchers, and students seeking to understand the anatomy and evolution of railway signalling systems. From foundational principles such as signal blocks and interlocking to advanced technologies like CBTC, ERTMS, and ATO, the chapters explore the full spectrum of signalling solutions deployed across the world.Drawing on case studies from India, Europe, the United States, China, Japan, and other regions, the book highlights the diversity of signalling practices and the challenges of modernization, interoperability, and automation. It delves into the intricacies of timetable development, headway calculation, electromagnetic compatibility, and the integration of signalling with infrastructure and operations.As railways transition into the digital age, signalling systems must not only ensure safety but also support higher speeds, increased capacity, and sustainable operations. This book emphasizes the importance of fail-safe design, predictive maintenance, and cybersecurity in shaping the future of train control.I hope this work inspires a deeper appreciation for the engineering brilliance behind railway signalling and equips readers with the knowledge to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of global rail systems. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Hardback. Condition: Good. First Edition. Lacks frontis, however a sound copy of this substantial work on engineering projects of the mid 19th century. Blue cloth boards are heavily spotted but internally the volume is in very good condition with 2 page-spread technical ullustrations. Illustrated areas covered include London sewage and waterworks, Thames Embankment works relating to steamboat piers.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Condition: New.

1st edition hardback in decorated cloth Nice copy octavo ix + 243pp., frontis., b/w plates, text ills., diags., appendix, Volume 8 of 8. Inc. Indian Railways; The Railways of South Africa; Railways of the United States; Canadian Railways; The Railways of Australasia; The Railways of Belgium; The Railways of Switzerland; The Railways of France; The Railways of Germany.…

1st edition hardback in decorated cloth Nice copy octavo viii + 215pp., frontis., b/w plates, text ills., diags., Volume 5 of 8. Inc. Locomotive Maintenance & Repair & The Design and Construction of Carriages & Wagons. Includes 5 large folding diagrams.

1st edition hardback in decorated cloth Nice copy octavo viii + 236pp., col. frontis., b/w plates, text ills., diags., Volume 7 of 8. Inc. Signalling & Train Control & Railway Economics. Includes 2 large folding diagrams. Nicest volume which inc. 4 full-page colour plates of Railway Posters.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Lightly faded, soiled and worn red pictorial boards with gilt print. Extremities are rubbed. Corners are bumped, bottom corners rubbed through. Binding is holding together well, though it is loosening. First two front loose endpapers have been cut out. Occasional plate is loose. Gilt page edges. Interior is age-toned with some soiling, text and images remain clear.…

Hardcover. Condition: Poor. 8 volumes. Ex Glasgow Public Libraries. Grubby with usual labels and numerous stamps, all the plates are stamped presumably to deter borrowers from removing them in which they lamentably failed. Volume 1 has two plates missing, Volume 4 is in particularly poor condition with some tape and very grubby and stained around the edge of the pages, Volume 5 has a plate missing, Volume 6 has two plates missing and at least one page detached but present, Volume 7 has one plate missing and finally Volume 8 which has had all the plates removed and is in poorer condition than the other volumes. The covers are a bit grubby but otherwise not too bad. As you can see from the description these volumes are in dreadful condition but if you are in want of the information at a reasonable price and are prepared to do a bit of cleaning these are for you. They weigh over 10kg but I have taken this into account for the pricing in the UK and the postage will be as advertised on ABE. Overseas please ask for a quote but I expect the cost would be prohibitive - looking at today's postage it would start at £79 for Europe.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 377 pages. Illustrated. Full navy blue School prize calf binding, outer edge dentelles, six gilt decorated compartments, gilt titled red morocco label on spine, gilt decorated embossed medallion of Melbourne Church of England Grammar School on front cover, prize award label dated 1910 on front paste down, marbled edges and endpapers, edges faded, light foxing. Corners bumped and spine chipped at top and bottom.…

Condition: New. This is a Brand-new US Edition. This Item may be shipped from US or any other country as we have multiple locations worldwide.

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 452 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 450 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.