The Armour Engineer, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)

Tracy W. Simpson

ISBN 10: 1333548303 / ISBN 13: 9781333548308

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book delves into the multifaceted world of public utilities, exploring the complex interplay between technological advancements, evolving public policy, and the changing needs of society. The author examines the historical development of utility regulation in the United States, tracing its roots in the late 19th century to its present-day challenges. Through in-depth analysis and real-world examples, the book illuminates the intricate relationships between energy, water, transportation, and telecommunications utilities and their impact on urban development, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. The author also discusses the role of regulation in balancing the often-competing interests of shareholders, consumers, and the broader public, providing insights into the complexities of public utility economics, governance, and the regulatory landscape. This book offers a comprehensive understanding of the past, present, and future of public utilities, making it an invaluable resource for policymakers, industry professionals, and anyone interested in the dynamic world of infrastructure and essential services. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Armour Engineer, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1333548303
• ISBN 13: 9781333548308
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • General Engineering

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Synopsis

Excerpt from The Armour Engineer, Vol. 1: The Semi-Annual Technical Publication of the Student Body of Armour Institute of Technology; January, 1909

Minimum service values are allowed for the various units which from point of age, might make the value of the unit equivalent to junk only, though it would be in useful operation. For instance, electric meters, which are subject to state or municipal inspection, or both, and have to be kept in a certain state of repair at all times, are allowed a minimum service value of 80 per cent of the reproduction cost; whereas, with a steam engine that has been in service a number of years but which may be in a good state of repair though not having the same efficiency as a more modern engine. Or sufficiently good to be put in a newly built plant, only 25 per cent of its re production value is allowed.

There is a great diversity of opinion among engineers as to the approximate correctness of the above method of arriving at present value.

Some engineers claim that each unit should be gone over, first obtaining its reproduction value, and then depreciating it in proportion to the cost of making the unit practically new.

Other engineers think that in addition to the above, a further amount should be deducted for depreciation in propor tion to the change in the art.

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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.