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"A Catechism of the Steam Engine" by John Bourne is a technical guide written in the mid-19th century that serves as an extensive reference on steam engines and their applications. The book covers various uses of steam technology in mines, mills, transportation, and agriculture, providing practical instructions for the manufacture and management of different types of engines. Through its systematic approach, the text intends to educate both novices and experienced engineers, taking readers from fundamental concepts to advanced technical details. At the start of the work, the author introduces his intention behind the book, expressing the need for a revised and corrected edition that reflects advancements in steam engine technology. He aims to bridge the knowledge gap for young engineers while maintaining practical relevance. The opening also discusses the book's organization into chapters for clarity and outlines essential elements relating to steam engines, such as the classifications, principles of heat and steam, and the many nuances involved in engine construction and operation. By addressing both theory and practical instruction, the opening establishes a foundation for a comprehensive understanding of steam engines that the rest of the work will build upon. (This is an automatically generated summary.) ... Read more Show less

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Author	Bourne, John, C. E.
Title	A Catechism of the Steam Engine
Credits	Produced by Robert Connal and PG Distributed Proofreaders from images generously provided by the Digital & Multimedia Center, Michigan State University Libraries.
Reading Level	Reading ease score: 61.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language	English
LoC Class	TJ: Technology: Mechanical engineering and machinery
Subject	Steam engineering
Subject	Steam-engines
Category	Text
eBook-No.	10998
ISBN (HTML)	979-8-238-10998-5
Release Date	Feb 1, 2004
Last Update	Dec 6, 2024
Copyright	Public domain in the USA.
Downloads	849 downloads in the last 30 days.

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