Gas Power: A Study of the Evolution of Gas Power, the Design and Construction of Large Gas Engines in Europe (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Discover how large gas engines evolved across Europe and how thoughtful design cuts fuel use and costs.
This in‑depth study covers the evolution, construction, and practical application of big gas engines in industry.
Readers will see how engineers improved gas cleaning, ignition, and power delivery, with real‑world examples from steel works, coke ovens, and blast furnaces. The book also compares viewpoints from English, Belgian, and American experts on what works best in practice.
- Insights into gas cleaning systems, washers, and methods that reduce tar, dust, and acids that threaten engine life.
- Discussion of different engine types, including the move from single‑cylinder to multi‑cylinder designs and the vertical vs. horizontal debate.
- Practical analysis of producing and using by‑product gases, and how these save fuel costs in steel and iron making.
- Perspectives on governing, ignition, and the economic considerations of large gas‑engine plants.
Ideal for engineers and managers exploring gas power applications in heavy industry and manufacturing.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Delving into the historical and analytical study of gas power and its applications, this book provides an in-depth analysis of how the evolution of gas power has provided an ideal and practical solution to the conservation of natural resources. Detailing various modes of power generation and their shortcomings, the author presents gasification as a method capable of doubling the kinetic energy of our fuel reserves, and of utilizing materials and properties previously considered worthless. Through a comprehensive examination of gas engine design, construction, and performance, the book emphasizes the advantages of gas power systems over traditional steam engines, highlighting their increased efficiency, flexibility, and environmental benefits. Of particular note is the inclusion of numerous drawings and data recalculated for the English system of measurement, which makes the information more universally applicable and accessible to a wider readership. By exploring the application of gas power in key industries such as iron and steel production, and coal mining, the author showcases the vast potential of this technology to revolutionize various sectors and contribute to the stability and prosperity of modern industry. 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 # 9781330303986_0
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