Publisher's Synopsis
""Steam Engine Valves and Valve Gears"" is a comprehensive guide to the function, construction, and operation of valves and valve gears in steam engines, written by Ernest Leopold Ahrons and originally published in 1921. The book provides a detailed explanation of the various types of valves and valve gears used in steam engines, including slide valves, piston valves, and poppet valves, as well as the different types of valve gears, such as Stephenson, Walschaerts, and Baker. The author also covers the principles of valve timing and the effects of valve events on engine performance. The book is intended for engineers, mechanics, and others interested in the design and operation of steam engines, and includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to aid in understanding the material. Overall, ""Steam Engine Valves and Valve Gears"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and technology of steam power.And The Construction And Use Of Valve Diagrams.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.
