Author: Bob Gordon
Publisher: Shire Publications
ISBN: 9780852639061
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Model engineering was popularized by pioneering steam enthusiasts, and rapidly grew into an exciting worldwide hobby for amateur engineers. This book describes how model steam engines work, outlines the development of the machine tools used to build the models, and investigates the seven different categories of model engines, which include models built to support patent applications, and those built purely for pleasure. The author, himself a model steam locomotive driver, also delves into the possible pitfalls and practicalities of scale model engineering. Generously illustrated, this is guaranteed to interest any aspiring engineer, as well as collectors of steam engines.
Model Steam Engines
Author: Bob Gordon
Publisher: Shire Publications
ISBN: 9780852639061
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Model engineering was popularized by pioneering steam enthusiasts, and rapidly grew into an exciting worldwide hobby for amateur engineers. This book describes how model steam engines work, outlines the development of the machine tools used to build the models, and investigates the seven different categories of model engines, which include models built to support patent applications, and those built purely for pleasure. The author, himself a model steam locomotive driver, also delves into the possible pitfalls and practicalities of scale model engineering. Generously illustrated, this is guaranteed to interest any aspiring engineer, as well as collectors of steam engines.
Publisher: Shire Publications
ISBN: 9780852639061
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Model engineering was popularized by pioneering steam enthusiasts, and rapidly grew into an exciting worldwide hobby for amateur engineers. This book describes how model steam engines work, outlines the development of the machine tools used to build the models, and investigates the seven different categories of model engines, which include models built to support patent applications, and those built purely for pleasure. The author, himself a model steam locomotive driver, also delves into the possible pitfalls and practicalities of scale model engineering. Generously illustrated, this is guaranteed to interest any aspiring engineer, as well as collectors of steam engines.
Building Simple Model Steam Engines
Author: Tubal Cain
Publisher: Nexus Special Interests
ISBN: 9781854861474
Category : Models and modelmaking
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
A guide to building simple oscillating steam engine models. It describes the making of four such models: Kitty, a small overtype engine; Otto, a simple steam turbine plant; Wencelas, a superior Christmas present; and Henry a 19th-century vertical engine and boiler.
Publisher: Nexus Special Interests
ISBN: 9781854861474
Category : Models and modelmaking
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
A guide to building simple oscillating steam engine models. It describes the making of four such models: Kitty, a small overtype engine; Otto, a simple steam turbine plant; Wencelas, a superior Christmas present; and Henry a 19th-century vertical engine and boiler.
Model Engine-making
Author: J. Pocock
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Engines
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Engines
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
A Descriptive List of Technical Books, Suitable for Public, Industrial and School Libraries, and for Both General and Technical Readers
Author: McClurg (firm : booksellers : Chicago)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
A Short History of the Steam Engine
Author: Henry Winram Dickinson
Publisher: CUP Archive
ISBN:
Category : Steam-engines
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
Publisher: CUP Archive
ISBN:
Category : Steam-engines
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
They Made America
Author: David Lefer
Publisher: Back Bay Books
ISBN: 0316070343
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 922
Book Description
An illustrated history of American innovators -- some well known, some unknown, and all fascinating -- by the author of the bestselling The American Century.
Publisher: Back Bay Books
ISBN: 0316070343
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 922
Book Description
An illustrated history of American innovators -- some well known, some unknown, and all fascinating -- by the author of the bestselling The American Century.
Annual List of Books Added to the Public Library of Cincinnati
Author: Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Classified catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Classified catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
Annual List of Books Added to the Public Library of Cincinnati. 1905-1908
Author: Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Making Simple Model Steam Engines
Author: Stan Bray
Publisher: The Crowood Press
ISBN: 071984357X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 417
Book Description
In this book long-time model maker Stan Bray describes the construction of a range of uncomplicated miniature steam engines, for construction by the model engineer.
Publisher: The Crowood Press
ISBN: 071984357X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 417
Book Description
In this book long-time model maker Stan Bray describes the construction of a range of uncomplicated miniature steam engines, for construction by the model engineer.
Encyclopedia of American Steam Traction Engines
Author: Jack Norbeck
Publisher: Crestline
ISBN:
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Publisher: Crestline
ISBN:
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description