Mine Drainage: Being A Complete and Practical Treatise On Direct-Acting Underground Steam Pumping Machinery; With A Description of A Large Number of t (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781143314179)

"Mine Drainage" by Stephen Michell offers a comprehensive look at direct-acting underground steam pumping machinery. This practical treatise details a wide array of engines, exploring their utility and specific applications within mining operations. From descriptions of well-known engines to discussions of their optimal usage, the book provides valuable insights into the technological landscape of 19th-century mining.

Focusing on the methods and machinery essential for effective mine drainage, this work is a valuable resource for engineers, historians of technology, and anyone interested in the evolution of mining practices. Michell's detailed examination makes this book an enduring reference for understanding the challenges and innovations in historical mining engineering.

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