Excerpt from Engineer's Handy-Book: Containing Facts, Formula, Tables and Questions on Power, Its Generation, Transmission and Measurement; Heat, Fuel and Steam; The Steam-Boiler and Accessories; Steam-Engines and Their Parts; The Steam-Engine Indicator; Gas and Gasoline Engines; Materials
In the section on Electricity the fundamental experimj on which electrical apparatus depends have been described! The methods of measuring the common electrical quantities git The principles of the dynamo and battery and the methoq electrical distribution, as well as the apparatus in which eleotli energy is used, have all been treated in a general way.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating book delves into the history of machinery and presents the six mechanical elements that comprise all machinery, describing how they enable force transmission and diffusion for practical applications. The author provides a thorough analysis of levers, pulleys, inclined planes, wedges, and screws, explaining their principles of operation and their role in enhancing human capabilities in various fields of work. These elements have laid the foundation for technological advancements throughout history, from the earliest machines to the complex systems we rely on today. The book also covers the broader context of human interaction with force and motion, highlighting the significance of these mechanical elements in shaping our ability to control and harness the physical world. By exploring the fundamental principles governing machinery, this book offers valuable insights into the evolution of technology and the enduring importance of these mechanical elements in our modern world. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780282317836_0
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