A Catechism of the Steam Engine by John Bourne
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CHAP. IV.--MODES OF ESTIMATING THE POWER AND PERFORMANCE OF
ENGINES AND BOILERS. Horses Power. Duty of Engines and Boilers. The Indicator. Dynamometer, Gauges, and Cataract. CHAP. V.--PROPORTIONS OF BOILERS. Heating and Fire Grate Surface. Calorimeter and Vent. Evaporative Power of Boilers. Modern Marine and Locomotive Boilers. The Blast in Locomotives. Boiler Chimneys. Steam Room and Priming. Strength of Boilers. |
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