9781333583422 - Pumping Water for Irrigation (Classic Reprint) de Wilson, Herbert M. (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 is an insightful overview of pumps and motive powers used in irrigation. It covers topics such as animal motive powers, hot-air and gasoline pumping engines, mechanical and siphon elevators, storage reservoirs, and windmills. The author delves into the history of these technologies, exploring their evolution across cultures and time periods. The book provides a comprehensive understanding of the various methods used to raise water for irrigation, including their advantages and disadvantages. It also discusses the different types of motive powers that can be employed, such as wind, water, and steam. With its detailed descriptions and illustrations, this book is a valuable resource for farmers, engineers, and anyone interested in the history and application of irrigation technologies. 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.