Internal Combustion Engine in Theory and Practice: Vol. 2 - 2nd Edition, Revised: Combustion, Fuels, Materials, Design

This is the first book of a two-book set of CF Taylor's masterful presentation of the state of internal combustion engine technology at the time of publishing. Taylor is considered one of the gurus of field.

The other reviewers have extolled the engineering strengths of this book so I won't go over old ground yet again. The book has exceeded my expectations in virtually all respects. It is an absolute bedrock foundation in ICEs. It will help you to answer questions you already had about ICEs and it will increase your ICE awareness on a quantum level so as to cause you to ask questions you never had before. I can't say enough good things about this book. I am saddened by the fact the author has already passed away and from a purely selfish perspective will not be able to continue to contribute to the knowledge base he has so generously left us as a part of his legacy.This is a must have book in your library!

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This is the first of two volumes. It deals, mostly, with the Thermodynamic processes. A lot of information, but requires some engineering background. An important textbook to have in your library, if you are interested in the theory of internal combustion engines.Volume II, which deals with design considerations, is available through MIT Press.

The book is as good as all reviews here claims but be aware that it is written with English units. It is not a problem but it would be nice to have an edition with the International standards.

This book is packed full of information that provides a wealth of knowledge of the internal combustion engine.

The book exceeded my expectations. It was in excellent condition, better than described in the description of condition. An excellent service, delivered before I expected.

Good for its time, but very dated. Heywood is far superior and more readable. Perhaps ok as a reference, but not very current in 2014.

This book is in lines of the Bosch Automotive Handbook. Lots of formulas, hardcore theory, useful (and not-so-useful) graphs, and practical examples with detailed explanation as to how one arrives at the solution.Invaluable resource for anyone seriously interested in automotive engineering.

エンジンについての基礎的な重要事項が網羅されており、初心者にとっては必須であると思われる。