John G. Clark gives a method of obtaining approximately the value of the reduction of ruling or maximum grade of a railroad especially for the use of engineers on location. The elements considered are cost of repairs, deterioration and locomotive power.
Approximate value of a reduction of ruling or maximum railroad grades
Trans. A. S. C. E.
1873
Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)
Englisch
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