Master the tools and methods used in engineering experiments and testing. This classic manual offers a practical, fully explained guide to the instruments and procedures engineers use to collect data, measure performance, and evaluate materials and equipment. It emphasizes calculating accuracy, calibrating instruments, and understanding how to obtain reliable results in real-world testing.
This edition surveys a broad range of topics, from measurement and recording devices to heat, flow, power, and fuel analysis. It combines theory with hands-on guidance, illustrations, and procedure notes so readers can apply the methods in laboratories, ships, or field settings. The content is suitable for students, technicians, and professionals working in mechanical and naval engineering.
- Learn how to choose and use instruments for computing and recording experimental data.
- Understand measurement errors, accuracy, and best practices for calibration.
- Explore calorimeters, gages, thermometers, dynamos, torsion meters, and flow meters.
- See how to analyze steam, water, fuel oils, and flue gases for performance and efficiency.
Ideal for readers of technical manuals in engineering labs, naval engineering, and applied physics, this book helps you translate experiments into reliable results.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed guide to the instruments and methods used to gather engineering data. It covers the fundamentals of experimental engineering, from foundational concepts such as precision and accuracy to detailed descriptions of specific instruments and their use. The author's aim is to present a clear and comprehensive introduction to the subject, balancing theoretical principles with practical applications. The book includes numerous diagrams and illustrations to support the text and enhance understanding. Overall, this book provides a valuable resource for anyone involved in the field of experimental engineering or seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the subject. 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 # 9781330294772_0
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