ISBN: 9781333026684 - a textbook on steam engineering (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the fundamental principles of the steam engine, its construction, and management. The author comprehensively elucidates the characteristics and functions of various engine types, with a particular emphasis on the intricacies of the slide valve engine. The book places the steam engine within the context of the Industrial Revolution, tracing its evolution and the significant role it played in shaping modern society. The author also explores the theoretical underpinnings of the steam engine's operation, addressing concepts such as thermodynamics, valve distribution, and engine efficiency. Through clear explanations, diagrams, and real-world examples, this book presents a thorough understanding of steam engine operation, offering valuable insights into its historical significance and technological advancements. 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.…