Steam Locomotive Design: Data and Formulae

A reprint of the 1936 issue by The Locomotive Publishing Co., Ltd. Includes the essential theory of heat engines and application of mechanics, with information on locomotive design intended for the locomotive engineer. Contents: Extraneous Considerations; Tractive Force, Power, Adhesion and Resistance; Cardinal Points of Design; The Boiler; Boiler Mountings and Steam-Using Auxiliaries; Superheaters and Feed Water Heaters; The Smokebox, Blast Pipe and Chimney; The Engine; Valves, Ports and Valve Gears; Compound Expansion; Frames, Springs, Brakes, Flexibility on Curves; Tanks, Bunkers and Tenders, Superstructures; Appendix - Ultimate Tensile Strength and Other Particulars of Materials for Locomotive Construction; Index.