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The Romance of Engines

The Romance of Engines - Hardcover

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Availability:In StockContributor:Takashi SuzukiPublish date:1997-05-01Pages:490
Language:EnglishPublisher:SAE InternationalISBN-13:9781560919117ISBN-10:1560919116UPC:9781560919117Book Category:Technology & Engineering, Business & EconomicsBook Subcategory:Mechanical, IndustriesBook Topic:Automobile IndustrySize:9.24 x 6.46 x 1.31 inchesWeight:2.0525Product ID:SCKYKCMQ5F

This book examines the development of the engine from a historical perspective. Originally published in Japanese, The Romance of Engines' English translation offers readers insight into lessons learned throughout the engine's history. This book belongs on the bookshelves of all engine designers, engine enthusiasts, and automotive historians.

Topics covered include:

Newcomen's Steam Engine

The Watt Steam Engine

Internal Combustion Engine

Nicolaus August Otto and His Engine

Sadi Carnot and the Adiabatic Engine

Radial Engines; Piston and Cylinder Problems

Engine Life

Problem of Cooling

Engine Compartments

Knocking; Energy Conservation

Bugatti; Volkswagon

Rolls Royce

Packard

Daimler-Benz DB601 Engine

and more


Language:EnglishPublisher:SAE InternationalISBN-13:9781560919117ISBN-10:1560919116UPC:9781560919117Book Category:Technology & Engineering, Business & EconomicsBook Subcategory:Mechanical, IndustriesBook Topic:Automobile IndustrySize:9.24 x 6.46 x 1.31 inchesWeight:2.0525Product ID:SCKYKCMQ5F
Publisher: SAE International

Contributor(s)

Takashi Suzuki

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