How it Works by Archibald Williams

4 by Archibald Williams, Williams, Archibald, 1871-1934

Chapter 3: Chapter II.--THE CONVERSION OF HEAT ENERGY

Chapters

Chapter 3: Chapter II.--THE CONVERSION OF HEAT ENERGY

INTO MECHANICAL MOTION. Reciprocating engines--Double-cylinder engines--The function of the fly-wheel--The cylinder--The slide-valve--The eccentric--"Lap" of the valve: expansion of steam--How the cut-off is managed--Limit of expansive working--Compound engines--Arrangement of expansion engines--Compound locomotives--Reversing gears--"Linking-up"--Piston-valves--Speed governors--Marine-speed governors--The condenser 44
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