| Making Simple Model Steam Engines Contributor(s): Bray, Stan (Author) |
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ISBN: 1861267738 ISBN-13: 9781861267733 Publisher: Crowood Press (UK) OUR PRICE: $35.96 Product Type: Hardcover Published: December 2005 Annotation: This book details the construction of a range of simple miniature steam engines and boilers. The projects, each of which can be completed with only a basic workshop, range from a single-acting oscillator to more sophisticated twin-cylinder double-acting engines and a variety of boilers. A final project brings together engine and boiler for a simple steam railway locomotive. These projects are a perfect introduction to model engineering and an enjoyable exercise for the more experienced engineer or those who wish to pass on their hobby to a younger generation. Stan Bray is an experienced craftsman in engineering and metalworking; among his previous books is "Metalworking: Tools and Techniques." |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies | Model Railroading - Technology & Engineering | Machinery - Technology & Engineering | Mechanical |
| Dewey: 621.102 |
| LCCN: TJ480 |
| Physical Information: 0.65" H x 7.74" W x 9.96" (1.40 lbs) 192 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book details the construction of a range of simple miniature steam engines and boilers. The projects, each of which can be completed with only a basic workshop, range from a single-acting oscillator to more sophisticated twin-cylinder double-acting engines and a variety of boilers. A final project brings together engine and boiler for a simple steam railway locomotive. These projects are a perfect introduction to model engineering and an enjoyable exercise for the more experienced engineer or those who wish to pass on their hobby to a younger generation. Stan Bray is an experienced craftsman in engineering and metalworking; among his previous books is Metalworking: Tools and Techniques. |