Railroad - Railway device "Packing" to lubricate train axles
Transportation - Railroad
About This Innovation
Eliza Murfey was an inventor who focused on the mechanics of the railroad. She created a device, called packing, that was used to lubricate a train’s axles with oil. This helped to reduce derailments caused by seized axles, an important safety innovation.
Key Information
Category:
Transportation - Railroad
Completion Status:
yes
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Patent Information
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