9780282866334 - The Locomotive Simply Explained: A First Introduction to the Study of the Locomotive Engine (Classic Reprint) de Lake, Charles S. (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explains the workings of steam-powered locomotives from the 19th century. Using simple language, it details the functions of the boiler, engine, and tender, including the piston, valves, and injectors. The author covers valve gear, compound locomotives, and brake systems. Examining the designs of inside and outside cylinder engines, the book shows how steam engines evolved during a crucial era of transportation innovation. By examining the technicalities of this groundbreaking technology, it illuminates the historical significance of steam-powered locomotives and the ingenuity of their design. 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.