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1938: The Kofler Automatic Train Stop system explained
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An extract from the April 1938 issue of The Railway Magazine describing the Kofler automatic train stop system. The article outlines its design, operation and trials on European railways. Introduction and Trials The Kofler Automatic Train Stop IT has recently been announced that the automatic train stop invented by the Austrian engineer, Herr George Kofler,…
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Conductor Rail De-Icing Tenders (1957 Railway Magazine Extract)
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An extract from the March 1957 issue of The Railway Magazine detailing the development and operation of conductor rail de-icing tenders. The text describes design features, testing, and functionality as reported at the time. Development and Purpose A further development by London Transport of precautions to prevent train delays in winter caused by conductor rail…
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