Isbn: 9781333934767 - the development of the ontario power company (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 details the early development of the hydroelectric Ontario Power Company, which harnessed water power from Niagara Falls to generate electricity. The author explores the engineering challenges faced and the innovative solutions employed to overcome them, such as the design of intake works to prevent ice buildup and the use of horizontal turbines for greater efficiency. The book also discusses the plant's symmetrical arrangement, centralized control, and protective isolation of apparatus, which were considered significant advancements in power plant design. The author highlights the role of key individuals in the project's success and emphasizes the importance of collaboration and visionary leadership. Overall, this book provides a valuable glimpse into the engineering ingenuity and foresight that shaped the early development of hydroelectric power at Niagara Falls. 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.…