Mechanical Appliances, Mechanical Movements and Novelties of Construction

The companion volume to Dover's1800 Mechanical Movements, Devices and Appliances,this engrossing visual narrative profiles the specific and unique properties of hundreds of devices, many still in use today. Nearly 1,000 detailed illustrations including steam-powered appliances, spring-powered devices, hydraulic equipment, and other machinery are accompanied by informative explanations.

Mechanical Power LeverTransmission of PowerMeasurement of Power, SpringsGeneration of Power, SteamSteam Power AppliancesExplosive Motor Power and AppliancesHydraulic Power and AppliancesAir-Power Motors and AppliancesGas and Air-Gas Devices, etc.Electric Power and DevicesNavigation, Vessels, Marine Appliances, etc.Road and Vehicle Devices, etc.Railway Devices and Appliances, etc.Gearing and Gear Motion, etc.Motion and Controlling Devices, etc.Horological Time Devices, etc.Mining Devices and AppliancesMill and Factory Appliances and Tools, etc.Textile and Manufacturing Devices, etc.Engineering and Construction, etc.Miscellaneous DevicesDraughting DevicesPerpetual Motion