A Short Treatise on the Compound Steam Engine: With a New Method of Finding the Relative Areas of the Two Cylinders - Couverture souple

Turnbull Jr, John

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1437467679 ISBN 13 : 9781437467673

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2009

Synopsis

""A Short Treatise On The Compound Steam Engine: With A New Method Of Finding The Relative Areas Of The Two Cylinders"" is a book written by John Turnbull Jr. and published in 1874. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the compound steam engine, which was a major technological advancement in the 19th century. The author discusses the principles behind the engine's design and operation, including the use of multiple cylinders to increase efficiency and power output. One of the key features of the book is the introduction of a new method for calculating the relative areas of the two cylinders in a compound steam engine. This method is based on the principles of geometry and provides a more accurate way of determining the size and capacity of the engine. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers with a basic understanding of steam engines. It includes numerous diagrams and illustrations to help readers visualize the concepts discussed in the text. Overall, ""A Short Treatise On The Compound Steam Engine"" is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the development of steam engine technology in the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of engineering and industrialization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1437467679
• ISBN 13: 9781437467673
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 48
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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