Heat as a Source of Power: With Applications of General Principles to the Construction of Steam Generators, an Introduction to the Study of Heat-Engines (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Petit Trowbridge

9780266480709: Heat as a Source of Power: With Applications of General Principles to the Construction of Steam Generators, an Introduction to the Study of Heat-Engines (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266480705 ISBN 13: 9780266480709

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Heat as a Source of Power: A practical introduction to the study of heat-engines and steam generators

This classic text explains how heat can be used to create power, with a focus on the steam generator as the key starting point for any heat-engine system. It presents fundamental ideas about energy, heat transfer, and the science behind steam and engines in clear, accessible terms. The book also guides readers through the practical side of boiler design, safety, and efficient operation, tying theory to real-world engineering.

What you’ll encounter:

How heat moves and how that movement enables work in engines and boilers.
General principles for designing steam generators that are strong, durable, and economical.
Descriptions of boiler forms, components, and the factors affecting performance and safety.
Practical rules and considerations for fuel use, heat transfer, and evaporation efficiency.

Ideal for students, engineers, and hobbyists seeking a solid, no-nonsense grounding in heat and steam power, with an eye toward real-world construction and operation of boilers.

Heat as a Source of Power: With Applications of General Principles to the Construction of Steam Generators, an Introduction to the Study of Heat-Engines by William Petit Trowbridge

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