The Heat Engine Problem (1902)

The Heat Engine Problem, written by Charles Edward Lucke and published in 1902, is a book that explores the fundamental principles of thermodynamics and the challenges faced by engineers in designing efficient heat engines. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part providing an overview of the laws of thermodynamics and their applications in the design of heat engines. The second part focuses on the practical challenges faced by engineers in designing heat engines, including the selection of materials, the optimization of combustion processes, and the minimization of energy losses. The third part of the book explores the potential of new technologies, such as the use of steam turbines and gas engines, to improve the efficiency of heat engines. Throughout the book, Lucke emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying principles of thermodynamics in order to design more efficient and effective heat engines. The Heat Engine Problem is a seminal work in the field of thermodynamics and remains a valuable resource for engineers and researchers today.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.