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Taiwan's epic train ride through 50 tunnels and 77 bridges
The historic Alishan Forest Railway, once crippled by typhoons and earthquakes, is running again – and is redefining slow ...
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How Steam Locomotives Work: The Mechanics Behind the Power of the Past
Steam locomotives are iconic symbols of Industrial Revolution and transportation history. But have you ever wondered how these massive machines work? In this video, we will explain how steam ...
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The Truth Behind Cab-Forward Steam Locomotives and Why They Rarely Worked as Intended
The "cab-forward" design of steam locomotives, while an innovative idea, was often more trouble than it was worth. This ...
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Fort Wayne Boilermaker, 70, Rebuilds Life After Heart Attack and Stroke
Fort Wayne railroad legend Gary Bensman, 70, is recovering after a heart attack and stroke, with support from friends and the ...
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Move your caboose: local business undertakes train car restoration project
The idea to buy a caboose came from his father, according to Juani Carregal. He and his partner Stevie Plummer have run Great Northern Cabins for several years, and recently, they added a caboose. The ...
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Class I Briefs: NS, UP, CSX
Mechanical Department marks a safety milestone. Also, Union Pacific’s (UP) Del Rio, Tex.-based Engineering team celebrates ...