The Arithmetic of the Steam Engine

＂The Arithmetic of the Steam Engine＂ (1897) by Edward Sherman Gould is a practical guide to the calculations involved in designing, operating, and maintaining steam engines. This book bridges the gap between theoretical principles and real-world applications, offering a clear and concise approach to solving common engineering problems.

Designed for engineers, mechanics, and students, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the properties of steam, the efficiency of various engine designs, and methods for calculating power output. With numerous examples and step-by-step instructions, this book provides the essential knowledge needed to master the arithmetic of the steam engine and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding and working with these powerful machines.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.