Hand-Book of American Gas-Engineering Practice (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781023761451)

Hand-Book of American Gas-Engineering Practice (1907) is a comprehensive treatise on the principles and practices of gas engineering in the United States. Authored by Nisbet Latta, this handbook provides a detailed overview of the processes involved in the manufacture, distribution, and utilization of gas for various industrial and domestic purposes.

The book covers a wide range of topics, including the design and construction of gas plants, the chemistry of gas production, methods for purifying and testing gas, and the installation of gas distribution networks. With numerous illustrations, diagrams, and tables, it offers practical guidance for engineers, technicians, and students in the field. A valuable historical record of early 20th-century American gas engineering, this book remains relevant for those interested in the history of technology and industrial processes.

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