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Designing and Building a Miniature Aero-Engine

Hardback

Main Details

Title Designing and Building a Miniature Aero-Engine
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Chris Turner
SeriesCrowood Metalworking Guides
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:112
Dimensions(mm): Height 260,Width 215
Category/GenreRadio-controlled models
ISBN/Barcode 9781847977762
ClassificationsDewey:629.133134
Audience
General
Illustrations Diagrams; Illustrations, color; Illustrations, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher The Crowood Press Ltd
Imprint The Crowood Press Ltd
Publication Date 25 July 2014
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Designing and building a miniature aero-engine is an exciting and rewarding task. Whether a professional engineer or an amateur looking to build an engine to fly your model aeroplane, this book will safely guide you through all the stages of designing and constructing an aero-engine in your workshop at home. With practical advice and detailed diagrams throughout, the book includes: . Machine tools, materials and accessories required . Designing the engine, including a focus on proportion, valve timing and engine balancing . The manufacture of carburettors, assembly and setting up . Choosing an aircraft for a home-designed miniature engine AUTHOR: Chris Turner enjoyed drawing, painting and model making from an early age, making many flying models whilst still at school. In 1959 he completed an engineering apprenticeship at the National Gas Turbine Establishment, and went on to work as a draughtsman in private industry and a chief engineer for the design and development of special purpose machinery. From 1976 he taught Technical Studies and Art in secondary education. Chris retired in 1996 but still teaches part-time, and continues to make models and paint pictures. 162 colour illustrations

Author Biography

Chris Turner enjoyed drawing, painting and model making from an early age, making many flying models whilst still at school. In 1959 he completed an engineering apprenticeship at the National Gas Turbine Establishment, and went on to work as a draughtsman in private industry and a chief engineer for the design and development of special purpose machinery. From 1976 he taught Technical Studies and Art in secondary education. Chris retired in 1996 but still teaches part-time, and continues to make models and paint pictures.