Practical Mechanics for Boys
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A well arranged workbench and a properly sharpened tool form the starting point for James Slough Zerbe's illustrated workshop handbook. Written for boys learning mechanical work, it covers files, lathes, measuring instruments and the handling of metals. Its contents move from basic tool use into drawing, gearing, power and measurement, with further sections on inventions and patents.
The discussion of gears shows the book's practical approach. Measurements and drawings lead into the information needed to order matching parts, including tooth counts, shaft fittings and relative speeds. Explanations are paired with numbered figures, linking mechanical terms to visible shapes and working arrangements. Readers studying older workshop practice can use the book to understand how a beginner was introduced to precision, materials and machine components. Its combination of bench skills and technical explanation gives a broad picture of the knowledge expected of an aspiring mechanic.
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Book facts
- Author
- James Slough Zerbe
- Reading time
- About 3 hours
- Pages
- 184
- Language
- English
- Genre
- Engineering
- Formats
- PDF, EPUB, Read online