ISBN: 9781440058462 - a life of george westinghouse (classic reprint) (7 risultati)

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Condizione: New.

Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the remarkable life of George Westinghouse, a renowned American inventor and industrialist who revolutionized transportation and power generation in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The author explores Westinghouseââ â¢s diverse range of accomplishments, showcasing his unwavering commitment to innovation and his remarkable ability to transform groundbreaking ideas into practical realities. A key focus is on the invention and development of the air brake, a pivotal innovation that dramatically enhanced railway safety, a story told with vivid detail and engaging anecdotes. The book also examines Westinghouseââ â¢s pioneering role in the adoption of alternating current, which dramatically changed the landscape of electrical power distribution, forever altering our world. Through detailed accounts of Westinghouseââ â¢s personal and professional life, the author reveals the character of a man who not only possessed extraordinary technical brilliance but also a deep sense of social responsibility. This book offers readers a fascinating and insightful look into the life of one of Americaââ â¢s most consequential industrial titans, highlighting his pivotal role in shaping the modern world. 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.…

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 404 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.91 inches. This item is printed on demand.