Treatise On The Mathematical Theory Of The Steam Engine: With Rules At Length, And Examples Worked Out For The Use Of Practical Men (1862)

Treatise On The Mathematical Theory Of The Steam Engine: With Rules At Length, And Examples Worked Out For The Use Of Practical Men (1862) is a comprehensive guide to the mathematical theory behind steam engines. Written by Thomas Baker, this book is designed to be a practical resource for engineers and mechanics who work with steam engines. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the properties of steam, the design of boilers and engines, and the performance of steam engines. It provides detailed rules and formulas for calculating the power and efficiency of steam engines, as well as numerous worked examples to illustrate these concepts. The book also includes a glossary of technical terms and a list of references for further study. Overall, Treatise On The Mathematical Theory Of The Steam Engine is an essential resource for anyone working with steam engines, and a valuable historical document for those interested in the history of engineering and technology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.