Evolution of the American Diesel Locomotive

J. Parker Lamb

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Indiana University Press
14 June 2007

Railway transport industries; Railway technology, engineering & trades

Series: Railroads Past and Present

The diesel locomotive sent shock waves through rigid corporate cultures and staid government regulators. For some, the new technology promised to be a source of enormous profits; for others, the railroad industry seemed a threat to their very livelihoods. Evolution of the American Diesel Locomotive introduces the reader to the important technological advances that gave rise to diesel engines, examining not only their impact on locomotive design, but also their impact on the economic and social landscapes. J. Parker Lamb describes the development of these technologies, allowing the reader to fully understand how they were integrated and formed a commercially successful locomotive. Like its companion volume, Perfecting the American Steam Locomotive (IUP, 2003), this book emphasizes the role of the leading engineers whose innovations paved the way for critical breakthroughs. Rail fans will appreciate this authoritative work.

By: J. Parker Lamb
Imprint: Indiana University Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 907g
ISBN: 9780253348630
ISBN 10: 0253348633
Series: Railroads Past and Present
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 14 June 2007
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

Preface Chapter 1 Precursor Technologies Chapter 2 Self-propelled Coaches Chapter 3 The Diesel Climbs Aboard Chapter 4 Streamlined Trains Chapter 5 Developments Beyond La Grange Chapter 6 Alco Rebounds Chapter 7 Postwar Shakeout Chapter 8 Road Switchers Take Over Chapter 9 A Monopolized Market Chapter 10 Special Purpose Designs Chapter 10 New Heights for Diesel Power Chapter 12 Recent Developments Chapter 13 The Diesel Century in Perspective References Index

J. Parker Lamb retired in 2001, after a 42-year career as a practicing engineer and university instructor, to pursue his life-long interest in the history of American technology with an emphasis on railroad developments. He has authored four books, including Perfecting the American Steam Locomotive (IUP, 2003). He lives in Austin, Texas.

Reviews for Evolution of the American Diesel Locomotive

"""Lamb's book is ... an important contribution to railroad technological history. The book's strength is the author's mastery of the mechanical details, which he presents in a straightforward style."" Mark Reutter, editor of Railroad History"