Created in the late 18th century,
the steam engine was a major factor in the Industrial Revolution of the 19th
century. Over time, railcar transportation became exceedingly popular for not
only the transport of livestock and goods, but also for the transport of
humans. Railcar transport continued to evolve during the first half of the 20th
century. Further refinements allowed the steam engine to handle the
transportation of goods and people. Railways were improved with the
implementation of electrical transmission to augment the steam locomotive,while the creation of diesel
locomotion after World War II helped rail transport to remain a viable option,
for the transport of people and manufactured goods. While there were those who
predicted the demise of rail transport, this form of transportation continues
to operate. In recent years, major railways have found ways to compete with
other forms of ground transportation and light rail transit. Trams appeared as
a public transport using a steel-tracked fixed guide way that operates
primarily along an exclusive right of way and has vehicles capable of operating
as single or as multiple units. LRT, providing a swift conveyance to and from a
limited number of locations has also proven to be a viable alternative to
flying or driving in some cases.
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