9781330306529 - Slide Valve Gears (Classic Reprint): A New Graphical Method for Analyzing the Action of Slide Valves, Moved by Eccentrics, Link-Motions and Cut-Off ... Establishing... (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.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate world of steam engine design, specifically focusing on the critical role of the slide valve and its associated mechanisms. Emerging during the Industrial Revolution, steam engines revolutionized transportation and manufacturing, making the optimization of their design paramount. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of slide valve operation, employing graphical diagrams to illustrate complex principles in an accessible manner. Readers will gain a deep understanding of steam distribution within the engine, exploring key concepts such as expansion, compression, and lead. The author meticulously examines the impact of valve design on engine efficiency, guiding readers through the process of calculating port widths, valve travel, and the angle of advance. Through detailed explanations and practical examples, this book equips engineers and mechanics with the knowledge to design, analyze, and optimize slide valve mechanisms. By understanding these fundamental principles, readers can unlock the full potential of steam engines, ensuring their efficient and effective operation in various industrial 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.

Condición: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.