Elementary Practical Metallurgy: Iron And Steel (1905)

By Percy Longmuir

Book Overview

Elementary Practical Metallurgy: Iron and Steel is a book written by Percy Longmuir in 1905. The book is a comprehensive guide to the practical aspects of metallurgy, with a focus on iron and steel. It covers the basics of metallurgy, including the properties of metals, the principles of metallurgical processes, and the tools and equipment used in metallurgy.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of metallurgy. The first section provides an introduction to the subject, covering the history of metallurgy, the properties of metals, and the principles of metallurgical processes. The second section covers the production of iron, including the extraction of iron from its ores, the refining of iron, and the production of pig iron and wrought iron.The third section of the book covers the production of steel, including the different types of steel, the production of cast steel, and the production of wrought steel. The fourth section covers the testing of metals, including the different types of tests used to determine the properties of metals.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both students and professionals in the field of metallurgy. It includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help explain the concepts covered in the book.Overall, Elementary Practical Metallurgy: Iron and Steel is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the practical aspects of metallurgy, particularly in the production of iron and steel.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: 1436831881
• ISBN13: 9781436831888
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"