Model Engine-Making: In Theory and Practice

by J. Pocock

Overview

First published in 1888 for beginners, Model Engine-Making is a fascinating and comprehensive guide to building your first steam engine. While steam is no longer “the most important power of the day,” this book remains a fascinating in-depth resource for those with either a theoretical or practical interest in building and using small steam engines. Included within this book are over 100 detailed diagrams drawn by the author to illustrate the process of building each engine, including:

A simple single-action oscillating cylinder engine
More complex horizontal and vertical slide-valve engines
Launch, marine, and locomotive engines
And finally, even a model boiler!
Whether you are a model engine aficionado or love learning about the history of steam engines, this long-standing classic should be in your library.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781510705463
Publisher:	Skyhorse
Publication date:	06/14/2016
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	192
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

J. Pocock, a British mechanical engineer in the late nineteenth century, was best known for his publication of Model Engine-Making. He lived in London, England.

Table of Contents

I Tools and Castings 1

II Oscillating Cylinder Engine 12

III Oscillating Cylinder Locomotive 30

IV Horizontal Slide-Valve Engine 42

V Horizontal Slide-Valve Engine (Continued) 70

VI Vertical Slide-Valve Engine 91

VII Launch Engine 99

VIII Marine Engine 109

IX Locomotive Engine 122

X Model Boilers 141

XI Boiler Fittings, Etc 151

XII Notes 168

Index 177