Isbn: 9780282116019 - a practical treatise on the steam engine indicator and indicator diagrams: with notes on steam engine performances, the expansion of steam, behaviour ... and on gas engine diagrams (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

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

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

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the steam engine indicator, a device used to measure the pressure of steam in a steam engine. It provides a detailed overview of the history, construction, and use of the indicator, making it an invaluable resource for engineers and historians alike. The book begins by discussing the history of the indicator, from its invention by James Watt to its modern applications. It then describes the different types of indicators available, explaining their advantages and disadvantages. The author also provides detailed instructions on how to use an indicator to take accurate measurements of steam pressure. In addition to its practical value, this book also explores the theoretical underpinnings of the indicator. The author discusses the principles of thermodynamics and how they relate to the operation of the indicator. This theoretical knowledge is essential for understanding the limitations of the indicator and for interpreting the data it produces. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, construction, or use of the steam engine indicator. It is a comprehensive and well-written guide that will be of interest to engineers, historians, and anyone else interested in this fascinating topic. 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.…