Fundamentals of steam machinery and marine engines for junior students
This guide introduces the essential metals, joints, fittings, and systems that power ships. It covers practical topics from metals used in construction to riveted joints, screw threads, valves, and boilers. The material stays focused on clear, actionable information ideal for learning the basics of marine engineering.
It blends practical diagrams, definitions, and step-by-step explanations to help readers understand how steam engines work on ships and how their components are selected and joined.
- Metal properties and uses in machinery and shipbuilding, including iron, steel, brass, and bronze.
- Riveting joints, different rivet heads, lap and butt joints, and how joints transfer strength.
- Screw threads, bolts, nuts, locking methods, and ways to prevent loosening.
- Valves, cocks, and pumps used to regulate steam, water, and hydraulic systems.
Ideal for readers of the book about steam machinery and marine engines, including aspiring marine engineers and students seeking a solid, practical foundation.