Master the fundamentals and practice of steam engineering for real‑world results.
This edition covers the construction, installation, care, and management of steam engines, from simple to compound, and includes a thorough look at elevators as essential building equipment. It offers practical guidance, clear explanations, and illustrated concepts to help you apply what you learn in the shop or field.
This book emphasizes usable knowledge: how to select engines, operate and maintain them, test performance, and understand the role of lubricants, condensers, and expansion in efficiency. It also introduces methods for reading indicator diagrams and understanding engine testing for reliable, repeatable results."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the fundamental principles of the steam engine, its construction, and management. The author comprehensively elucidates the characteristics and functions of various engine types, with a particular emphasis on the intricacies of the slide valve engine. The book places the steam engine within the context of the Industrial Revolution, tracing its evolution and the significant role it played in shaping modern society. The author also explores the theoretical underpinnings of the steam engine's operation, addressing concepts such as thermodynamics, valve distribution, and engine efficiency. Through clear explanations, diagrams, and real-world examples, this book presents a thorough understanding of steam engine operation, offering valuable insights into its historical significance and technological advancements. 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 # 9781333026684_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333026684
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333026684
Quantity: 15 available