Chimney Design And Theory: A Book For Engineers And Architects (1902)

By William Wallace Christie

Book Overview

Chimney Design and Theory: A Book for Engineers and Architects is a comprehensive guide to the construction and design of chimneys, written by William Wallace Christie and originally published in 1902. The book covers a range of topics related to chimney design, including the principles of combustion, the properties of gases, and the calculation of chimney heights and diameters. It also provides detailed instructions on the construction of various types of chimneys, including brick, stone, and steel constructions, as well as the installation of flues, dampers, and other components. The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts and techniques involved in chimney design and construction. Overall, Chimney Design and Theory is a valuable resource for engineers, architects, and anyone involved in the design and construction of chimneys.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436804132
• ISBN13: 9781436804134
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"