Title: The Steam Engine, Comprising an Account of Its Invention and Progressive Improvement: With an Investigation of Its Principles, and the Proportions of Its Parts for Efficiency and Strength; Detailing Also Its Application to Navigation, Mining, Impelling Ma
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0331106701
ISBN 13: 9780331106701
Binding: HRD
Condition: New
Weight: 797 grams

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Unlock the history and mechanics of steam power in one essential reference.

This comprehensive treatise traces the invention and rapid improvement of the steam engine, combining practical instruction with clear explanations of underlying principles and parts that boost efficiency and strength.

Thomas Tredgold’s The Steam Engine presents the story of steam power from its early ideas to its advanced forms, including detailed guidance on boilers, safety, and the proportions of key components. The work is rich with tables and plates that make technical concepts easy to reference and apply in navigation, mining, manufacturing, and other engines that drive industry.

Written for engineers, students, and serious hobbyists, the book explains how steam behaves, how fuel choices affect output, and how to design engines that maximize power while minimizing waste. It emphasizes practical design rules and measurements that practitioners can use in real-world projects.

Clear explanations of steam, heat, and the laws governing propulsion.
Step-by-step guidance on the construction and tuning of engines and boilers.
Practical rules for the power, strength, and safety of engine components.
Application-focused coverage, including navigation, mining, and industrial machines.

Ideal for readers of engineering history and applied science, this edition serves as a solid foundation for understanding steam power and its enduring impact.

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