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Engineering reminiscences contributed to "Power" and "American machinist"

By Charles T. (Charles Talbot) Porter

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A lawyer turns inventor, faces mechanical mayhem, and leaves his mark on the rise of steam power.

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2023-11-05
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"Engineering Reminiscences Contributed to 'Power' and 'American Machinist'" by Charles T. Porter is a reflective memoir where the author recounts his adventures in mechanical engineering during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Porter narrates his shift from law to engineering, driven by mechanical curiosity and a knack for invention, recounting early mishaps and hard-won lessons as he developed machines. The narrative promises insight into steam engineering, technological advancements, and the author’s impact on the ever-changing world of machinery.

About the Author

Charles Talbot Porter was an American lawyer, engineer, and inventor of mechanical devices, particularly the high-speed steam engine. He was recipient of the 1909 John Fritz Medal.

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