Kirkman, Marshall M. (Marshall Monroe), 1842-1921 · New York and Chicago, The World railway publishing company · leaf 78
siderationsthe brake should have properholding power. The primary point in the consideration of a brakeshoe is friction, and next to this the effect of the shoeupon the tire. The experience of railroad men ingeneral and the results of various tests show thatsteel acts more effectively on the tire… … Fie:. 1.Brake Shoo and Its Applica-tion to the Driver. 70 LOCOMOTIVE APPLIANCES. one which is of the least importance in comparisonwith the other two (although oftentimes overlooked bythe purchasing agent in his zeal for cheapness), is thelife of the shoe, or its durability. The brake shoe which…
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