Title: Modern Aviation Engines: Design - Construction - Operation and Repair Volume 2
Author: Major Victor W. Page
Publisher: The Norman W. Henley Publishing Company
Publication Date: 1929
Type: Hardcover
Condition: Good +
Jacket condition: None
Edition: First Edition
Notes: Volume 2 of a two-volume set. Clean copy of this early aviation book. There are a few margin notes and underlines, but majority of the text is unmarked. Binding is firm and square. Maroon buckram cover is generally in very good condition, with light wear at square corners, but there is a dulled area on the front cover running vertically down the front, that starts to the left of the title, and wraps around the spine. Some clear has also dripped across the title area on the front, but the gilt title is still sharp and bright. Gilt type on spine is dulled and worn. Back cover has a series of seven triangular-shaped indentations running parallel to spine. Some wear to spine ends. Still presents quite well. No dust jacket. Previous owner's name written on half title page. 931 pages, plus a 19 page index. There is a catalog of the publisher's books in the back of the book, some of which have corners that were creased in the bindery process and cut in that position.
CONTENTS OF THE BOOK
FROM THE TITLE PAGE:
"A complete practical treatise outlining clearly the elements of internal combustion engineering with special reference to the design, construction, operation and repair of airplane power-plants: also the auxiliary engine systems, such as lubrication, carburetion, ignition and cooling. It includes complete instructions of engine repairing and systemative location of troubles, tool equipment and use of tools, also outlines the latest mechanical procedures. Describes many typical American and European engines and their installation. Contains valuable instructions for all aviation students, pilots, mechanicians, flying field engineering officers and all interested in the design, construction and upkeep of airplane powerplants."
[Disclaimer: Keep in mind that this is one book of a two volume set, so the above description may also refer to some of the contents of volume one.]
Chapters in Volume Two are:
Small Air-Cooled Engines
Medium Powered Air-Cooled Engines
The A. D. C. Cirrus Engine
Ryan-Siemens Engine
The Fairchild-Caminez Engine
Wright Whirlwind Engines
Wright Cyclone Engine
Pratt & Whitney "Wasp" and "Hornet" Engines
Miscellaneous Air-Cooled Engines
Curtiss Water-Cooled Aviation Engines
Packard Water-Colled Aviation Engines
Typical Large Water-Cooled Engines
Water-Cooled Engine Installation
Air-Cooled Engine Installation
Instruments - Propellers - Reduction Gears - Engine Starters
Small Tools Used in Motor Repairing
General Instructions for Overhauling Engines
Dirigible Airship Engines - High-Speed Diesel Types
Unusual Internal Combustion Powerplants
There are 454 illustrations and diagrams throughout the book. If you restore old planes, or are just interested in aviation history, you'll find this book fascinating.
