Mechanisms — Steam Power and Engines

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Lamb Rotary Engine — schematic of the mechanism.
Lamb Rotary Engine: Annular Piston Animation and Geometry Calculator

Posted by Robbie Dickson on

Explore the orbiting ring piston and fixed partition of the Lamb rotary engine. Calculate piston radius, partition-slot travel, rocking angle and revolution time.
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Holly Rotary Engine — schematic of the mechanism.
Holly Rotary Engine: Paired-Piston Animation and Work Calculator

Posted by Robbie Dickson on

Explore Holly’s intermeshing rotary pistons, long cogs and mating recesses. Compare assumed pressure-volume work, mean torque and indicated power.
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Hancock Inspirator — schematic of the mechanism.
Hancock Inspirator: Double-Tube Animation and Pressure Comparison

Posted by Robbie Dickson on

Follow the lifting and forcing steam jets of a Hancock inspirator. Compare selected delivery pressures with boiler pressure using adjustable ratios.
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