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OverviewModel engineering was popularised by pioneering steam enthusiasts, and rapidly grew into an exciting world-wide hobby for amateur engineers. This book describes how model steam engines work, outlines the development of the machine tools used to build the models, and investigates the seven different categories of model engines, which include models built to support patent applications, and those built purely for pleasure. The author, himself a model steam locomotive driver, also delves into the possible pitfalls and practicalities of scale model engineering. Generously illustrated, this is guaranteed to interest any aspiring engineer, as well as collectors of steam engines. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Bob GordonPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Imprint: Shire Publications Volume: No. 207 Dimensions: Width: 14.90cm , Height: 0.50cm , Length: 21.00cm Weight: 0.098kg ISBN: 9780852639061ISBN 10: 0852639066 Pages: 32 Publication Date: 10 June 2010 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Language: English Table of ContentsIntroduction / Steam Engines / How a steam engine works / Problems and practicalities / Pioneers of model engineering / Model engineering firms / Conclusion / Further reading / Places to visit /ReviewsAuthor InformationBob Gordon trained as an engineer and has an abiding passion for the power and motion of steam engines. Over the years this has been enhanced by working with steam engines ashore, serving on steam-powered ships afloat, operating model steam engines and driving model steam locomotives. He has also written two other books in the Shire Library series, ‘Early Electrical Appliances’ and ‘Toy Steam Engines’. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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