Excerpt from Report of the Joint Committee Concerning the Ashtabula Bridge Disaster: Under Joint Resolution of the General Assembly
The joint committee appointed in pursuance of said resolution beg leave to report: The bridge was located on the Lake Shore Railroad, near the town of Ashtabula, and over Ashtabula Creek. The chasm spanned by it is about one hundred and fifty feet wide by seventy deep.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed analysis of the catastrophic collapse of the Ashtabula Railroad Bridge in 1876. Following an investigation into the accident, the authors provide their conclusions about the flaws in the bridge's design and construction that led to its failure. The book explores the engineering challenges of the time, including the limitations of iron and wood as construction materials and the understanding of structural mechanics. It also highlights the need for stricter safety regulations in the rapidly expanding railroad industry. Through meticulously detailed calculations and eyewitness accounts, the report sheds light on the importance of thorough inspections, proper maintenance, and adhering to established safety protocols. This revealing examination serves as a valuable resource for engineers, historians, and anyone interested in the evolution of bridge construction and the lessons learned from this tragic event. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282407049_0
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