The Theory of the Steam Engine: Showing the Inaccuracy of the Methods in Use (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Guyonneau De Pambour

 
9780484738866: The Theory of the Steam Engine: Showing the Inaccuracy of the Methods in Use (Classic Reprint)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0484738860 ISBN 13: 9780484738866
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover a new, practical approach to steam engine calculations.

This edition presents the core theory that challenges earlier methods, offering clear reasoning and ready-to-use formulas for real-world engines.

The book explains how steam behaves in engines and provides practical steps to predict performance more accurately. It moves from basic ideas to detailed, engine‑specific guidance, helping engineers, technicians, and curious readers understand and apply the insights with confidence.

  • Grounded, user‑friendly explanations that show why old calculations often miss the mark.
  • Practical formulas for locomotives and various engine types, with steps you can follow to compute effects and speeds.
  • Guidance on applying the theory to different systems—from high‑pressure locomotives to atmospheric engines.
  • Aligned with real data and experiments to help reduce surprises in design and operation.

Ideal for readers of technical history and engineering manuals who want a clearer, more reliable method for analyzing steam engines.

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Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication date
2018
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0484738860
ISBN 13 
9780484738866
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
372

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