Paul D Merica (12 results)

Pamphlet. Condition: Very Good. Vol 16, No 9, pp. 496-503, Photos, Illus, Extracted from orig vol, thus begins with title page, trimmed & stapled pamphlet, else VG.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book focuses on the corrosion of tinned sheet copper, particularly in cases where the tin plating offers insufficient protection and corrosion sets in. The author explores the structure and composition of the tin coating and how it relates to the corrosion process. Drawing from a specific case study of extensive corrosion on the roof of the Library of Congress, the author examines the role of surface scratches in exposing the underlying copper which subsequently triggers galvanic reactions that result in pitting and the formation of corrosion products. The book also discusses the potential impact of iron and zinc impurities in the coating and emphasizes the crucial role of even minute variations in electrolytic solution potential exhibited by the base copper. The author's detailed analysis provides valuable insights for understanding and preventing corrosion issues in tinned copper applications, making this book a useful resource for professionals involved in material science, roofing, and architectural preservation. 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.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history and evolving nature of fusible tin boiler plugs, safety devices designed to prevent catastrophic boiler explosions in steam-powered vessels. Introduced in the mid-1800s, these plugs were initially made from pure Banka tin, but the author reveals that as time went on, manufacturers began using impure tin, leading to a dramatic increase in accidents. Through a meticulous examination of hundreds of used and new plugs, the author uncovers the root causes of these failures, which often resulted in the formation of a dangerous network of oxides within the plug. The author proposes rigorous new standards for the manufacture and testing of fusible tin boiler plugs, arguing that these measures would significantly enhance the safety of steam-powered vessels. This book will be of great interest to anyone concerned with the history of maritime safety and the ongoing pursuit of safer and more reliable 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. …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the relationship between mechanical stresses and failures in brass, a common material used in construction, plumbing, and decorative applications. These failures, known as season cracking, are sudden fractures that can occur sometime after the material has been manufactured or installed without any further outside force applied. The author explores the underlying causes of these failures, particularly the role of internal stresses caused by the manufacturing process. Through a series of experiments and case studies, the author provides readers with practical methods for detecting and measuring these stresses, and discusses how to prevent them from causing catastrophic failures. This book will be of interest to engineers, architects, and other professionals involved in the design and construction of structures and products that utilize brass. 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.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+ condition. No jacket, probably as issued. First Edition. New York: American Institute of Mining and Metallurgical Engineers, 1937. Very Good+ condition. A bright, shiny, clean, tight copy. Sharp corners. Inner hinges are perfect. NOT a library discard. NO owner's name or bookplate. NO underlining. NO highlighting. NO margin notes. From the copyright page: "This volume is the tenth of a series containing papers and discussions presented before the Iron and Steel Division of the American Institute of Mining and Metallurgical Engineers at the meetings at Cleveland Oct 20-22, 1936, New York, Feb. 15-19, 1937, and Birmingham April 7-9 1937." Illustrated with portraits, figures, diagrams and photographs (some highly magnified). Tables. Graphs. Index. Bound in the original maroon cloth, stamped in shiny gold on the spine and front cover. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good+ condition/No jacket, probably as issued. 8vo. 602pp.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1922 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 14 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.…