General Specifications for Iron and Steel Railroad Bridges and Viaducts (1890)

General Specifications For Iron And Steel Railroad Bridges And Viaducts is a book written by Theodore Cooper in 1890. The book is a comprehensive guide for the design, construction, and maintenance of iron and steel railroad bridges and viaducts. It covers all aspects of bridge engineering, including the selection of materials, the calculation of loads, the design of members, and the construction of foundations. The book also includes detailed specifications for the fabrication and erection of bridge components, as well as guidelines for the inspection and repair of existing bridges. The book is a valuable resource for engineers, architects, and construction professionals involved in the design and construction of railroad bridges and viaducts. It is still relevant today as a historical document and a reference for those interested in the history of bridge engineering.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.