Practical calculations for steam engineers come alive with step-by-step rules and real-world tables.
This concise handbook delivers actionable methods for horsepower, boilers, pumps, and piping, with clear diagrams and worked examples that support everyday use in the field.
This edition emphasizes practical math foundations and machine calculations. It guides you from basic arithmetic to essential formulas, then shows how to apply them to steam engines, safety valves, pumps, and pipe sizing. The goal is to help an engineer or fireman work accurately and efficiently on the job.
- Clear, rule-based instructions for calculating horsepower and boiler capacity.
- Practical methods for sizing pipes and determining pump performance.
- Worked examples and reference tables to support on-the-spot calculations.
- Guidance on using standardized forms to express calculations clearly.
Ideal for readers who want a hands-on reference they can use daily on the shop floor or in the field, as they work with steam engines, boilers, and related systems.