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Magneetzweeftreinen - De aantrekkingskracht van levitatie

Dit boek beschrijft of magneetzweeftreinen in de toekomst de klassieke treinen met wielen en rails kunnen vervangen. Het verklaart waarom, ondanks hun voordelen, slechts enkele systemen operationeel zijn, meer dan een eeuw na de eerste proeven.

Rijkert Knoppers geeft duidelijke antwoorden op vele vragen over vervoer met magnetische levitatie. Hij beschrijft de ontwikkeling, werking, benodigde infrastructuur, milieu- en veiligheidsaspecten en de economische achtergrond van deze technologie. Daarnaast geeft hij voorbeelden van bestaande commerciële lijnen en bespreekt hij geannuleerde en geplande projecten.
Dit overzicht laat zien hoe magneetzweeftreinen zich hebben ontwikkeld en welke rol zij mogelijk in de toekomst zullen spelen.

Specificaties

Auteur:	Rijkert Knoppers
Uitvoering:	112 blz, 30.5 x 21.5 x 1.5 cm, harde kaft
Illustraties:	rijk geïllustreerd
Taal:	Nederlands
Uitgever:	Lycka Till Förlag (NL, 2021)
ISBN:	9789492040442

Rails Across Europe : Eastern and Southern Europe

The two volumes covering Rails Across Europe are divided into one covering the North and West of the continent, the other dealing with the South and East. The photos were taken by David Cable, well-regarded author of several photographic albums of trains throughout the world, supplemented by a few taken by friends.

The books show pictures of modern traction mainly from the 1980s up to the current era, showing the huge variety of classes - locomotives as well as multiple units - and the panoply of colour schemes that continue to grow. The photos were taken both at railway stations and in the countryside and give a wide range of locations.

The first volume covers Scandinavia, the Baltic states, Germany, Poland, the Benelux countries, the United Kingdom and Ireland.
This second volume deals with France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Switzerland, Austria and the majority of Central European and Balkan countries, which had been in the former Soviet Eastern Block.

Specificaties

Auteur:	David Cable
Uitvoering:	264 blz, 24.5 x 19 cm, harde kaft
Illustraties:	200 kleurenfoto's
Taal:	Engels
Uitgever:	Pen & Sword Books Ltd (GB, 2016)
ISBN:	9781473844322

Rails Across Europe : Northern and Western Europe

The first of two volumes covering the North and West of the continent. The photos were taken by David Cable, a well-regarded author of several photographic albums of trains throughout the world, supplemented by a few taken by friends.

The books show pictures of modern traction mainly from the 1980s to the current era, covering the huge variety of classes - locomotives as well as multiple units - and the panoply of colour schemes that continue to grow.
The photos were taken both at railway stations and in the countryside and give a wide range of locations. The first volume covers Scandinavia, the Baltic states, Germany, Poland, the Benelux countries, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Specificaties

Auteur:	David Cable
Uitvoering:	248 blz, 24.5 x 19 cm, harde kaft
Illustraties:	200 kleurenfoto's
Taal:	Engels
Uitgever:	Pen & Sword Books Ltd (GB, 2016)
ISBN:	9781473844285

The Second Age of Rail : A History of High-Speed Trains

Speed on steel wheels has fascinated engineers for nearly two centuries, and a string of stunning records in the last thirty years has pushed railway engineering towards new frontiers. Japan set the precedent with its legendary bullet trains in 1964; since then more than a dozen countries have joined the high-speed revolution.
Today, China is setting the pace as it crafts a nationwide network of super-railways, and Morocco and Saudi Arabia have joined the club of nations where trains travel at 300km/h or more.

The USA lags far behind, outpaced by Asia and Western Europe, where Eurostar links London to the international high-speed network - although a new-generation railway to northern England is still missing.
In this new and updated edition of "The Second Age of Rail", the full story of high-speed trains is retold in a journey across countries and continents.

Specificaties

Auteur:	Murray Hughes
Uitvoering:	204 blz, 22 x 24.5 x 1.7 cm, paperback
Illustraties:	165 kleurenfoto's
Taal:	Engels
Uitgever:	The History Press Ltd (GB, 2020)
ISBN:	9780750993982

When Trolleys Ruled the Earth - A Photographic History of Streetcars, Cable Cars, and Classic Trams

Celebrate the bygone era of trolleys with "When Trolleys Ruled the Earth," an illustrated book offering a detailed exploration of classic 20th-century antique trolleys. With over 90 captivating images, the book showcases the vibrant history of these colorful and functional vehicles that once dominated urban public transportation.
The book features high-quality, ultra-high-resolution scans from the CGR Restoration Workshop archives. Spanning the latter half of the 20th century, it presents pristine digitally restored scans of negatives from the first half of the century, portraying a diverse array of trolleys, streetcars, cable cars, and more.

Authoritatively introduced by World's Fair historian and writer, Mark Bussler, the book pays homage to the integral role trolleys played in American cities for decades. It delves into their sudden disappearance, with trolley lines vanishing and rails being paved over. Beyond celebrating their design, the book aims to preserve the legacy and historical significance of these mass transit pioneers.

Specificaties

Auteur:	Mark Bussler
Uitvoering:	130 blz, 28 x 21.5 x 0.8 cm, harde kaft
Illustraties:	90+ z/w- en kleurenfoto's
Taal:	Engels
Uitgever:	CGR Publishing (USA, 2022)
ISBN:	9781592183012

Das goldene Zeitalter der Eisenbahn - Die Epoche der Luxuszüge 1850 bis 1960

Before cars and airplanes began their triumphant advance, the railway was the uncrowned queen of long-distance travel. This era began with the construction of the major long-distance routes in the second half of the 19th century and only ended with the start of the Second World War.
But even today, there are still luxurious passenger trains in many countries around the world, which have extended the golden age of the railway into the 21st century.

Bladzijden uit het boek "Das goldene Zeitalter der Eisenbahn - Die Epoche der Luxuszüge 1850 bis 1960"

In their book, Eberhard Urban and Kristiane Müller-Urban draw a line from history to the present day and at the same time give readers tips on where they can still travel in the style of the golden age.

Specificaties

Auteur:	Eberhard Urban, Kristiane Müller-Urban
Uitvoering:	160 blz, 24 x 30.5 cm, harde kaft
Illustraties:	41 z/w- en 282 kleurenfoto's
Taal:	Duits
Uitgever:	Transpress (D, 2017)
ISBN:	9783613715448

Eisenbahnreisen - Fernweh auf Schienen

A train journey usually also involves a feeling of adventure - whether on board the Orient Express from London to Istanbul, on the Rocky Mountaineer through the Canadian Rocky Mountains or on the Serra Verde Express through the Brazilian rainforest.

Learn about the Alaska Railroad, which carries freight and passengers along the Alaskan coast; or the 7, 000-kilometer Trans-Siberian Railway, which crosses Mongolia and Russia from Beijing to Moscow. With 200 outstanding color photographs, this book takes you to some of the most historic, spectacular and remote places in the world.

Specificaties

Auteur:	David Ross
Uitvoering:	224 blz, 21.5 x 29 cm, harde kaft
Illustraties:	210 kleurenfoto's
Taal:	Duits
Uitgever:	Transpress (D, 2020)
ISBN:	9783613716056

Zahnradbahnen der Welt - Die Enzyklopädie

For decades, rack railways have been ensuring a relaxed ascent to numerous peaks all over the world. They transport passengers mostly because of the beautiful views, but sometimes also as an important urban means of transport.
The majority of the railways have retained their unique charm to this day, while others were discontinued and dismantled decades ago.

Whether from Germany, Switzerland or the USA - Cyrill Seifert provides a comprehensive overview of all cog railways that are accessible to public transport. In doing so, he opens up a whole new dimension of the railway adventure for his readers.

Specificaties

Auteur:	Cyrill Seifert
Uitvoering:	256 blz, 26.5 x 23 cm, harde kaft
Illustraties:	350 z/w- en kleurenfoto's
Taal:	Duits
Uitgever:	Transpress (D, 2020)
ISBN:	9783613713772