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The Locomotive Simply Explained: A First Introduction to the Study of the Locomotive Engine (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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To many the sight has but a momentary interest which vanishes as soon as the train is lost to View, whilst on others the effect is to awaken in their minds a desire to know more about the construction of the engine and the principles which govern its working.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2020
- ISBN 10 0282866337
- ISBN 13 9780282866334
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages96
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explains the workings of steam-powered locomotives from the 19th century. Using simple language, it details the functions of the boiler, engine, and tender, including the piston, valves, and injectors. The author covers valve gear, compound locomotives, and brake systems. Examining the designs of inside and outside cylinder engines, the book shows how steam engines evolved during a crucial era of transportation innovation. By examining the technicalities of this groundbreaking technology, it illuminates the historical significance of steam-powered locomotives and the ingenuity of their design. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780282866334_0
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