
audiobook
by American School of Correspondence, James Raley Cravath
Foreword
PART I.
CAR EQUIPMENT.
CAR CONSTRUCTION.
OVERHEAD CONSTRUCTION.
POWER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION.
OPERATION.
THE SINGLE-PHASE ELECTRIC RAILWAY.
INDEX
This handbook delivers a straightforward, hands‑on introduction to electric railway systems, aimed at both seasoned technicians and self‑taught enthusiasts. Its author, a recognized specialist, has distilled decades of field experience into clear, step‑by‑step explanations that avoid heavy mathematics while preserving essential technical detail. The format follows a proven correspondence‑school method, making it easy to study at work or at home without feeling overwhelmed.
Covering everything from motor construction and car equipment to track infrastructure and power‑distribution networks, the guide walks readers through practical topics such as gearing, brake rigs, overhead wiring, and generator operation. Real‑world examples, carefully chosen illustrations, and occasional practice problems let you test each concept as you go. Whether you need a quick reference for everyday tasks or a solid foundation for deeper study, the book equips you to understand and maintain modern electric railways with confidence.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (260K characters)
Release date
Feb 4, 2025
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
One of the oldest distance-learning schools in the United States, this longtime not-for-profit institution helped bring home study to generations of students. Its story reflects how correspondence education opened new paths to a high school diploma well before online learning became common.
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Best known for practical early-20th-century engineering books, this Iowa-born writer helped explain new electrical systems in a way working readers could use. His surviving works capture a moment when electric railways and modern lighting still felt new and full of possibility.
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