The Power Catechism: Correct Answers to Direct Questions Covering the Main Principles of Steam Engineering and the Transmission of Power, Compiled ... Assistance in Preparation for Examinations - Hardcover

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Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484914693 ISBN 13: 9780484914697

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Master essential steam engineering knowledge with a concise Q&A guide that covers the whole field.

This reference presents practical, exam-ready answers drawn from a long-running engineering periodical, organized in a clear catechism format for fast study and easy recall.

This edition compiles core principles from boiler design and setting, firing and combustion, steam heating, piping, safety valves, and related topics. It emphasizes practical questions and direct answers, making it a useful drill companion for technicians, students, and professionals preparing for examinations or seeking quick reference.

• Short, focused questions and precise answers on boilers, fittings, and pressure safety.
• Step-by-step guidance on steam piping, flows, and horsepower calculations.
• Converted, updated material from the magazine’s departments to aid exam prep.
• Structured sections that mirror real-world problems in steam engineering and power transmission.

Ideal for readers seeking a compact, exam-oriented reference in steam engineering and the transmission of power.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484914693
• ISBN 13: 9780484914697
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 240