Treatise On Mills And Millwork, Part 2: On Machinery Of Transmission And The Construction And Arrangement Of Mills (1871) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165156825)

The ""Treatise On Mills And Millwork, Part 2: On Machinery Of Transmission And The Construction And Arrangement Of Mills"" is a book written by William Fairbairn and first published in 1871. This book is a comprehensive guide to the construction and operation of mills, with a focus on the machinery of transmission.The book is divided into two main parts. The first part covers the various types of machinery used in mills, including steam engines, water wheels, and turbines. It also discusses the principles of gearing and transmission, as well as the different types of gears and their applications.The second part of the book focuses on the construction and arrangement of mills. It covers topics such as the design and layout of mill buildings, the selection of materials for construction, and the different types of millstones and their uses. The book also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the concepts and techniques discussed.Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the design, construction, or operation of mills, as well as for anyone interested in the history and development of milling technology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William Fairbairn
ISBN-10: 1165156822
ISBN-13: 9781165156825
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 324
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.68d