How Steam Locomotives Really Work

Semmens, Goldfinch

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Oxford University Press
15 March 2017

Mathematics & Sciences; Popular science; History of engineering & technology; Railway technology, engineering & trades; Trains & railways: general interest

Steam locomotives were developed in the early part of the 19th Century, initially by Trevithick, and then most successfully by George Stephenson, whose engine Locomotion inaugurated the famous Stockton and Darlington Railway in 1825. For the next 150 years, steam locomotives were further developed and refined, until the advent of new electrical technology superseded them. Although British Railways operated its last main-line steam locomotives in 1968, there is still immense interest in the large numbers of locomotives which have been privately preserved, and which run on heritage railways and in various parts of the world.

This book describes the anatomy and physiology of the steam train, to enable all train enthusiasts to understand the workings of the various types of engines in use. It covers the design of the engine, the process of converting fuel into mechanical tractive effort to haul passenger and freight trains, and the function and design of the various components of the engine. The authors also outline the reasons behind the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of steam locomotives.

Although the steam locomotive originated in the UK, there were parallel lines of development in North America and in various other European countries, many of which introduced their own individual features. These are dealt with in the book, which will appeal to railway enthusiasts throughout the world.

By: Semmens, Goldfinch
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 264g
ISBN: 9780198607823
ISBN 10: 0198607822
Pages: 354
Publication Date: 15 March 2017
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction 1: Why use steam? 2: Burning the fuel 3: Raising steam 4: Using the steam 5: Transmitting the power 6: The locomotive as a vehicle 7: The steam locomotive at work 8: Brakes 9: Designing a steam locomotive Index

Reviews for How Steam Locomotives Really Work

Review from previous edition ...if you are only buying one book for a steam railway enthusiast this Christmas, it has to be this one. National Railway Museum Review This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the realities of steam traction. Transport Digest ... an excellent treatment of theory, practice and history ... It will fascinate engineers and railway enthusiasts, as well as prove a source of interesting historical and technical teaching material. New Scientist Enthusiasts will be riveted. Yorkshire Evening Press ... a most worthy book at an attractive price for anyone interested in steam locomotive technology. The Newcomen Society Excellent value for money. Railnews To enable train enthusiasts to understand the workings of the various types of engines in use, this book describes the anatomy and physiology of the steam train. It covers the design of the engine, the process of converting fuel into mechanical tractive effort to haul passenger and freight trains, the function and design of the various components of the engine, and the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of steam locomotives. Although the steam locomotive originated in the United Kingdom, there were parallel lines of development in North America and Europe, and the individual features of these are also covered. Mechanical Engineering