Transportation - General

Boston's rapid-transit Blue Line covers a distance of 5.94 miles, a twenty-three-minute commute that begins at Bowdoin station in downtown Boston, travels under the harbor, passes Revere Beach, and stops at Wonderland. Today's commuters might be surprised to learn that the line they are...

First published in 1999 as volume 16 in the NASA "Monograph in Aerospace History" series. This study contains photographs and illustrations.Author: Tom Tucker, Nasa History DivisionISBN-10: 1780393210ISBN-13: 9781780393216Publisher: www.Militarybookshop.Co.UKLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2011Pages: 62Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.37lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.13d

"Historic Highways of America - Volume IV" from Archer Butler Hulbert. Historical geographer, writer, and professor of American history (1873-1933).Author: The Perfect Library, Archer Butler HulbertISBN-10: 1512013722ISBN-13: 9781512013726Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/02/2015Pages: 90Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.29lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.19d

Sled Dogs in America: The Art of Veryl Goodnight is an in-depth look at the incredible paintings done by the Colorado artist who has elevated the history of sled dogs to an exhibit at the prestigious Western Spirit Museum in Scottsdale, Arizona. Running for...

Some marine propulsion systems are based on thermal machines that operate under the diesel cycle. Their main advantages, compared to other propulsion systems based on thermal machines, are low specific fuel consumption and greater thermal efficiency. However, their main disadvantages lie in the emissions...

This document represents the "State of the Practice" with respect to all aspects of accelerated bridge construction (ABC). The intent of this manual is to fill in the gaps left by publication of the previous manuals. The manual covers ABC techniques, project planning and...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Author: Dianna BennettISBN-13: 9798991402309Publisher: IngramsparkLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/31/2024Pages: 252Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.82lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.57d

Learn historical facts and enjoy entertaining stories about lighthouses along the coasts of Washington, Oregon, California, Hawaii, Alaska, and British Columbia. Black-and-white and color photos enhance the detailed text to present a comprehensive, one-of-a-kind look at these maritime structures, including technological breakthroughs and even...

Author: Rena GlennonISBN-10: 1964744911ISBN-13: 9781964744919Publisher: Prime Seven MediaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/16/2024Pages: 52Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.32lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.14d

Practical Aviation Security: Predicting and Preventing Future Threats, Fourth Edition is a guide to the aviation security system, from crucial historical events to the policies, policymakers, and major terrorist and criminal acts that have shaped the procedures in use today, as well as the...

Los Angeles Railway's Pre-Huntington Cars, 1890-1902: Interurbans Special 33 is a book written by Ira L. Swett that provides a comprehensive account of the early years of the Los Angeles Railway (LAR) system. The book focuses specifically on the pre-Huntington cars that were used...

As the environment becomes more fragile, existing transportation networks are more and more strained. Issues such as food miles and embodied energy in goods and products will become far more significant. Personal carbon quotas are likely to force a re-evaluation of our current lifestyles...

In the dynamic and volatile shipping industry, effective performance management is essential to an organization's success. This book is a practical guide to developing a holistic and comprehensive performance measurement and management system at managerial level in shipping organizations. Companies in the shipping industry...

The nation's interconnected network of highways, railroads, airports, pipelines, and waterways and ports is essential to most economic activity in the nation, enabling access by businesses and households to markets throughout the United States and the world. This report presents major highlights on freight...

According to new estimated by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics of the US Department of Transportation's Research and Innovative Technology Administration and the Federal Highway Administration, over 19 billion tons of freight, valued at $13 trillion, was carried over 4.4 trillion ton-miles in the...

What challenges do pedestrians and cyclists face in cities of the developing world? What opportunities do these cities have to provide for walking and cycling? Based on in-depth research conducted in Cape Town (South Africa), Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) and Nairobi (Kenya), this book...

The ultimate book of van travel inspiration featuring 200 out-of-this-world road trip adventures across Europe. Discover an epic collection of European journeys to take in your van featuring 50 first-person stories and a further 150 awesome ideas for trips that will take you from...

SITE DESIGN & ENGINEERING IS a Site Development, Construction Plans Preparation, and Permitting Guide. It assists in designing an optimized site development. The author's primary purpose is to provide much-needed residential and commercial site development guidance to property owners, developers, architects, engineers, students, and...

Transportation technologies in the field of unitization of goods, which culminated in the advent of containerization, have led to the subsequent development of intermodal transport featured by the integration of the following modes of carriage of goods: airways carriage, carriage by sea, inlands waterways,...

On November 12, 1995, at 0055 eastern standard time, a McDonnell Douglas MD-83, N566AA, owned by American Airlines and operated as flight 1572, was substantially damaged when it impacted trees in East Granby, Connecticut, while on approach to runway 15 at Bradley International Airport,...

To move large quantities of goods across the country and around the world, Americans depend on the Nation's freight transportation system-a vast network of roads, bridges, rail tracks, airports, seaports, navigable waterways, pipelines, and equipment. Today, U.S. households can buy fresh fruits and vegetables...

This book started its life as a study of people travelling between England and Rome from the Augustinian Mission until the close of the Anglo-Saxon period but that proved to be too limiting a subject, for two reasons. One was that so much of...

The Handbook for Model Railroaders by W.K. Walthers is a comprehensive guide for enthusiasts of model railroading. It covers everything from the basics of track planning and layout design to advanced techniques for creating realistic scenery and weathering models. The book is organized into...

There is currently considerable concern with limiting the growth of transport demand, the use of resources and related pollution. This book makes a major contribution to the debate on transport and the environment and is likely to become a benchmark against which new research...

212 pages and profusely illustrated with more than 600 illustrations diagrams and charts, size 8.25 x 10.75 inches. The primary focus of this manual is on the BMW 2500, 2800, 3.0 and Bavaria models including those equipped with fuel injection. However, it will also...

The first book to ever examine ancient Roman traffic, this well-illustrated volume looks in detail at the construction of Roman road, and studies the myriad of road users of the Roman Empire: civilians, wagons and animals, the cursus publicus, commercial use and the army....

This 1993 book examines the road haulage trade in England when it depended on horses and wagons, chiefly through the letters and papers of one of the largest firms which operated between the West Country and London in the early nineteenth century. Other documents...

With 50 illustrations of a variety of vehicles such as trucks, planes, cars, motorbikes, boats, bicycles ... will help your child explore a lot more about the outside world even inside the house.In addition, they can create new types of media by coloring according...

Long-Span Railway Bridge is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1868. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus...

""The Calcium Light Turned On By A Railway Trackman"" is a historical book written by John T. Wilson and published in 1902. The book contains valuable information for all railway employees, including historical facts and insights into the railway industry. The title refers to...

This book is a close examination of one of the longest enduring mysteries of the Great Lakes. On Tuesday December 7, 1909, the railroad car ferry Marquette & Bessemer No. 2. left Conneaut, Ohio, sailing into a brutal winter storm from which none would...

Congratulations on taking the bold step towards your Canadian dream! Your decision to immigrate toCanada marks the beginning of an exciting chapter filled with opportunities and possibilities. However, embarking on such a significant journey can feel overwhelming without the right guidance and support.Enter "Coming...

Blockchain and Supply Chain Management, Second Edition combines discussions of blockchain and supply chains, linking technologies such as artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, satellite imagery, and machine vision. The book examines blockchain's basic concepts, relevant theories, and its roles in meeting key supply chain...

This book details the organization and duties of the Light-House Board, and provides comprehensive information on the rules, regulations, and instructions of the Light-House Establishment of the United States. Including laws and circulars relating to the establishment, this book is an invaluable resource for...

This book is a historical document that outlines a plan for the reorganization of the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fé Railroad Company. It provides insight into the challenges facing the company at the time and the strategies employed to overcome them.This work has been...

Inter-vehicle communication (IVC) systems based on wireless ad-hoc networks have the potential to provide increased automotive safety, to achieve smooth traffic flow on the roads, and to improve passenger convenience by providing information and entertainment. However, implementing IVC systems for widespread use also presents...

The histories of Florida's lighthouses by different authors, each an authority on a particular lighthouse. This book includes facts not covered in other books on Florida lighthouses such as dates of construction and operation, foundation materials, lighting equipment. Includes a preface by Wayne Wheeler,...

The completion of the Erie Canal in 1825 was a monumental achievement. Linking the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean, it transformed New York City into a hub of international trade, drove the rise of industrial cities in once sparsely populated areas, and accelerated...

Port Management and Operations your essential guide to port management in the twenty-first century. - Provides the reader with a complete understanding of total port activity - Enables managers working in specific areas of ports to see where they fit into the port's operation...

The Theory of Transportation is a book written by Charles Horton Cooley and published in 1893. It is a comprehensive study of the transportation industry and its impact on society. The book covers various aspects of transportation, including its history, economics, and social implications....

The Story Of The Tire is a comprehensive book written by the Goodyear Tire And Rubber Company, which provides an in-depth history of the tire industry. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of tire technology and...

On January 31, 2000, about 1621 Pacific standard time, Alaska Airlines, Inc. flight 261, a McDonnell Douglas MD-83, N963AS, crashed into the Pacific Ocean about 2.7 miles north of Anacapa Island, California.Author: National Transportation Safety BoardISBN-10: 1494796244ISBN-13: 9781494796242Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/21/2014Pages:...

A bold plan for the United States to regain the lead in infrastructure development through privatization and public-private partnershipsAmerica's infrastructure--its essential roads, bridges, ports, airports, power grids, and telecommunications systems--were once the pride of the nation and an example for the world. But now,...

On the farm fields of the late 1970s and early 1980s, the stakes had never been higher. The era marked one of the hardest economic environments of the twentieth century, and two of the world's toughest competitors were locked in a high-horsepower arms race...

Have you ever wondered how you, as an individual, can contribute to protecting our planet? Look No Further! With this simple guide, you can embark on a greener future. In this comprehensive guide, readers will discover actionable steps to reduce their environmental footprint and...

Tiger 747 tells the story of the Boeing 747 in service with the Flying Tiger Line, Seaboard World and Federal Express, with an individual history of the thirty-four jumbos operated. An in-depth historical essay covers the history of the airline, starting with the American...

This book has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten Alpha Editions has made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for the present and future generations. This whole book has...

About 7:00 a.m. on January 30, 2000, eastbound loaded CSX Transportation coal train V986-26 lost effective braking while descending a section of track known as "17-mile grade" from Altamonte to Bloomington, Maryland, and derailed 76 of its 80 "bathtub" high-side gondola cars when the...

On February 1, 1996, Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company freight train HBALT1- 31 derailed at milepost 60.4 near Cajon Junction, California. The conductor and the brakeman sustained fatal injuries; the engineer incurred serious injuries. A fire resulting from the derailment and subsequent...