Synopsis
Master the science and practice of steam power with clear explanations. This book explains how heat turns into work, and how engines, boilers, and condensers fit together to power machines.
The text guides you from the fundamentals of heat and temperature to the details of steam engines, boilers, and practical engineering notes. It combines theoretical concepts with practical diagrams and explanations suitable for students and practitioners.
- Foundational concepts: heat, temperature, and the energy changes in steam.
- Engine components: pistons, valves, governors, condensers, and the basics of their operation.
- Boilers and cooling: types of boilers, safety features, and the role of condensers in efficiency.
- Practical work: measurement, instrumentation, and typical questions engineers use to test understanding.
Ideal for readers of engineering texts, apprentices, and hobbyists who want a solid, hands‑on overview of steam power and its machinery.
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