Model Steam Engines

Model engineering was popularized by pioneering steam enthusiasts, and rapidly grew into an exciting worldwide 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.

General

ISBN		9780852639061
Fiction/Non-Fiction		Non-Fiction
Publisher		Shire Pubns
Pages		32
List Price		$11.95
Author		Gordon, Bob
Publication Date		06/22/2010
Release Status		In Print
Format		Paperback
Language		English
Measurements		Height: 8.25 Inches (US) Width: 5.75 Inches (US) Thickness: 0.25 Inches (US) Unit Weight: 0.18 Pounds (US)
Series		Shire classics