A Handbook on Torsional Vibration. Compiled by E.J. Nestorides of the B.I.C.E.R.A. (British International Combustion Engine Research Association) Research Laboratory, Cambridge: At the University Press, 1958, 664 pp, one fold-out and many in-text illustrations, 9.25 x 6.25".
In fair condition. Dark blue cloth boards are scuffed at edges & worn/bumped at corners. General soiling to both front and rear boards. Gilt lettering on spine slightly rubbed, but still bright and legible. Heavy foxing to both front and rear paste-downs and end-pages. Previous ownership signature on front paste-down: Daniel A. Kohn. Light toning throughout text-block, but no known marginalia. Worming exhibited at the top of 582 pp, but does not impede text. Fold-out is intact & clean. Binding is intact. Please see photos.
Torsional vibration is the angular vibration of an object, commonly a shaft, along its axis of rotation. Torsional vibration is often a concern in power transmission systems using rotating shafts or couplings, wirer it can cause failures if not controlled. A second effect of torsional vibrations applies to passenger cars. Torsional vibrations can lead to seat vibrations or noise at certain speeds which both reduce comfort. This is an edition which can be read through and used for scholarly research.
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