Shows the importance of careful attention to the design and construction of valve gears and ports, and the effect on the capacity of the locomotive at high speeds. (800 w.)


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    Title :

    Notes on the effect of ports and valve gears on the performance of high speed locomotives


    Additional title:

    Am Engr R R Jour


    Contributors:
    Smart, R.A. (author)


    Publication date :

    1899


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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