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Stationary Steam Engines

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In Victorian times the steam engine was the main source of mechanical power, and thousands were at work driving machinery in factories and pumping stations throughout Britain. This book gives an outline of the development of the stationery steam engine and explains in simple language how it works.

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In Victorian times the steam engine was the main source of mechanical power, and thousands were at work driving machinery in factories and pumping stations throughout Britain. Following the development of the electric motor, however, steam power has become virtually extinct in British industry. Ironically, with their disappearance from commercial use, more engines are available for public viewing than ever before, and some can be seen in operation in the places where they spent their working lives. To most people these engines will seem complex and mysterious. This book aims to resolve some of the complexities and mysteries. It gives an outline of the development of the stationary steam engine and explains in simple language how it works.

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Weight 0.096 kg
Dimensions 21 × 14.9 × 0.7 cm
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Cover

Paperback

Pages

32

Language

English

Edition
Dewey

621.160941 (edition:22)

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General – Trade / Code: K