9781330101698 - Elements of Steam and Gas Power Engineering (Classic Reprint) de Potter, Andrey A. (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 provides a clear and detailed overview of the principles underlying the construction and operation of steam and gas power equipment. It begins with a broad survey of the field of power engineering, the factors that affect power production, the principles that govern various mechanical motors, and a comparison of different types of motors. The main part of the book covers the generation of steam power, including the properties and treatment of fuels, boiler design, and the testing of steam power equipment. It also explores gas power generation, covering internal combustion engines and their fuels, and concludes with the application of steam and gas power to vehicles, locomotives, and more. The authorâs systematic approach and well-organized presentation of complex material provides readers with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of steam and gas power engineering, its history, and practical applications. 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.