Scientific American. A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures. Vol. XXIV. No. 6. February 4, 1871.
New York: Munn & Co., 1871. [79-94] pp. Illus. with b/w engravings and drawings. 15 3/4" x 11". Folio. Paper wrappers, removed from a larger volume. First edition. Clean and bright with faint dampstain to one corner, ink smudge on first page, a very good copy. Item #42275
Lead article including two engravings of Ellis' method of Utilizing Waste Heat from Steam Engines and Boilers, one by R. Ten Eyck (a New York engraver working between 1860 and 1900). Contents: Improved Externally Adjustable Packing for Pistons; Scrubbing Machine; Perpetual Motion; Improved Sewing Machine; all with engravings; plus other articles.
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