Barber, Thomas Walter
A Victorian Handbook of Mechanical Movements
- ISBN 13:
- 9780486498126
- author:
- Barber, Thomas Walter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- DOVER PUBN INC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 137 mm X 216 mm
- Genre:
- Science, Mechanics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A Victorian Handbook of Mechanical Movements by Thomas Walter Barber This comprehensive handbook from the late 19th century presents a vast collection of mechanical devices, including gears, chains, cranes, cutting tools, pumps, water wheels, and turbines. Originally published in 1890, the book features over 1,900 sketches and brief descriptions, making it an invaluable resource for engineers, inventors, and enthusiasts of old machinery. The book's contents are arranged for reference, providing a detailed guide for those working in the mechanical arts. Today, it remains a valuable resource for historians of science, tinkerers, and anyone interested in the industrial and mechanical world of the Victorian era. With its unique blend of technical information and historical significance, this handbook offers a fascinating glimpse into the development of mechanical engineering during the late 19th century.
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