9781330130346 - The Steam Engine, Vol. 1 of 2 (Classic Reprint): Its Invention and Progressive Improvement, an Investigation of Its Principles, and Its Application to Navigation, M... (4 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.

Condición: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 776 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book, the most detailed and well-researched work on the history and development of the steam engine to date, traces the origins of this transformative invention from its earliest inception to its widespread use in industrial applications. The author, a leading authority on steam power, provides a comprehensive analysis of the subject, examining the contributions of key figures such as the Marquis of Worcester, Thomas Savery, and James Watt, among others. The book also explores the theoretical underpinnings of steam engine technology, discussing the principles of steam generation, condensation, and the mechanical power of steam. With its wealth of insights and meticulously documented historical account, this book is an indispensable resource for engineers, historians of science and technology, and anyone interested in the fascinating story of one of the most important inventions in human history. 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.