Isbn: 9781333370121 - Design of a 30000 K. W. Steam-electric Generating Station for Detroit, Michigan: a Thesis (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed account of the design and construction of a 40,000-kilowatt steam-electric generating station in Detroit, Michigan. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the engineering challenges involved in designing such a large-scale power plant at the turn of the 20th century. The book delves into the selection of machinery and equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, and switchgear, as well as the layout of the plant and its supporting infrastructure. It also addresses the economic and environmental considerations that influenced the design decisions. Through a combination of technical expertise and historical context, this book offers valuable insights into the development of electrical power generation during a period of rapid technological advancement and increasing demand for electricity. 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.…