"Discusses in detail the principles and operation of different electrical equipment fitted in automobiles. Written in simple language, the introductory chapter discusses the fundamentals of electricity and magnetism to give the student sufficient theoretical background. With separate chapters on the battery, regulator, cranking motor ignition system, sparking plug and the magneto, it covers in detail all the vital components in batteries, installation of television sets and functioning of indication and warning devices. The chapter on testing equipment and troubleshooting charts at the end of each chapter make the book more practice-oriented.
At one time, most towns of any size had somewhere a small foundry that would undertake small casting jobs, often more out of interest and good neighbourliness than for commercial gain. Regrettably, those days are no more and the model engineer in many areas must either adapt commercially available castings or send away to a specialist foundry that will undertake small jobs, often at some expense and with some delay. The alternative is to make your own patterns and castings, which is in fact much easier than you may think. The Backyard Foundry covers basic principles, materials and techniques, pattern making, moulding boxes, cores and core-boxes, electric, gas and coke furnaces, and includes step-by-step procedures with examples of locomotive cylinders and wheels. Sources of specialised materials and even the design of an outdoor furnace suitable for small-scale commercial work are given. Each stage and subject is covered in detail so that even the inexperienced can undertake casting with confidence. Although the book is written primarily for the model engineer, anyone wishing to make mouldings or castings will profit from its pages.
This thoroughly revised edition provides a comprehensive exposure to the basic principles and concepts of Thermodynamics and their real-life applications. Updated with the new chapters, enhanced topical coverage and added pedagogical features, it helps learner learn in most effective and focused manner.
Shop Theory owes its conception to the Henry Ford Trade School, Dearborn, Michigan. The sixth edition intends to meet the needs of both the students and the man in the shop. Three new chapters have been added dealing with aspects and developments important to the industry. The Chapter Career in Machine Shop highlights the opportunities that exits in the manufacturing of skilled machinists. The workman who understands the methods employed to inspect his work would be greater motivated in his effort and be able to take pride in the quality of the output he achieves.