The Romance of Engines

Title: The Romance of Engines
Author: Takashi Suzuki
ISBN: 1560919116 / 9781560919117
Format: Hard Cover
Pages: 488
Publisher: SAE
Year: 1997
Availability: 45-60 days

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This book examines the development of the engine from a historical perspective. Originally published in Japanese, The Romance of Engines' English translation offers readers insight into lessons learned throughout the engine's history. This book belongs on the bookshelves of all engine designers, engine enthusiasts, and automotive historians.

Topics covered include:

  • Newcomen's Steam Engine
  • The Watt Steam Engine
  • Internal Combustion Engine
  • Nicolaus August Otto and His Engine
  • Sadi Carnot and the Adiabatic Engine
  • Radial Engines; Piston and Cylinder Problems
  • Engine Life
  • Problem of Cooling
  • Engine Compartments
  • Knocking; Energy Conservation
  • Bugatti; Volkswagon
  • Rolls Royce
  • Packard
  • Daimler-Benz DB601 Engine
  • and more!