9780282967086 - The Steam Engine Considered as a Heat Engine: A Treatise on the Theory of the Steam Engine, Illustrated by Diagrams, Tables, and Examples From Practice (Classic Rep... (4 risultati)

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

Condizione: New.

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the physical properties of steam, a subject of paramount importance in understanding how steam engines work. Published in 1871, the book is based on the groundbreaking experiments of physicist Regnault, who provided precise data on the relationship between pressure, temperature, and volume of steam. The author, a renowned expert in thermodynamics, utilizes Regnault's findings to establish a firm theoretical foundation for the analysis of steam engines. One of the book's central themes is the concept of internal work. The author demonstrates that as water is converted into steam, a significant amount of energy is used to overcome molecular forces within the liquid. This internal work is a crucial factor in determining the efficiency of steam engines, and the author's exploration of the subject provides valuable insights into the operation of these machines. The book's rigorous approach and meticulous attention to detail make it an essential resource for engineers and physicists working in the field of thermodynamics. Its enduring relevance stems from the author's ability to lay bare the fundamental principles governing the behavior of steam, principles that continue to underpin the design and analysis of steam engines today. 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.