The Modern Motor Car
Author | : Harold Phillips Manly |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 524 |
Release | : 1914 |
Genre | : Automobiles |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : Harold Phillips Manly |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 524 |
Release | : 1914 |
Genre | : Automobiles |
ISBN | : |
Author | : H. Clifford B. 1886 Brokaw |
Publisher | : Palala Press |
Total Pages | : 390 |
Release | : 2016-04-22 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781354338681 |
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Author | : Steven Parissien |
Publisher | : Macmillan |
Total Pages | : 447 |
Release | : 2014-05-13 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 1466836237 |
The Life of the Automobile is the first comprehensive world history of the car. The automobile has arguably shaped the modern era more profoundly than any other human invention, and author Steven Parissien examines the impact, development, and significance of the automobile over its turbulent and colorful 130-year history. Readers learn the grand and turbulent history of the motor car, from its earliest appearance in the 1880s—as little more than a powered quadricycle—and the innovations of the early pioneer carmakers. The author examines the advances of the interwar era, the Golden Age of the 1950s, and the iconic years of the 1960s to the decades of doubt and uncertainty following the oil crisis of 1973, the global mergers of the 1990s, the bailouts of the early twenty-first century, and the emergence of the electric car. This is not just a story of horsepower and performance but a tale of extraordinary people: of intuitive carmakers such as Karl Benz, Sir Henry Royce, Giovanni Agnelli (Fiat), André Citroën, and Louis Renault; of exceptionally gifted designers such as the eccentric, Ohio-born Chris Bangle (BMW); and of visionary industrialists such as Henry Ford, Ferdinand Porsche (the Volkswagen Beetle), and Gene Bordinat (the Ford Mustang), among numerous other game changers. Above all, this comprehensive history demonstrates how the epic story of the car mirrors the history of the modern era, from the brave hopes and soaring ambitions of the early twentieth century to the cynicism and ecological concerns of a century later. Bringing to life the flamboyant entrepreneurs, shrewd businessmen, and gifted engineers that worked behind the scenes to bring us horsepower and performance, The Life of the Automobile is a globe-spanning account of the auto industry that is sure to rev the engines of entrepreneurs and gearheads alike.
Author | : Giancarlo Genta |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 673 |
Release | : 2014-01-06 |
Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | : 9400785526 |
This book is an introduction to automotive engineering, to give freshmen ideas about this technology. The text is subdivided in parts that cover all facets of the automobile, including legal and economic aspects related to industry and products, product configuration and fabrication processes, historic evolution and future developments. The first part describes how motor vehicles were invented and evolved into the present product in more than 100 years of development. The purpose is not only to supply an historical perspective, but also to introduce and discuss the many solutions that were applied (and could be applied again) to solve the same basic problems of vehicle engineering. This part also briefly describes the evolution of automotive technologies and market, including production and development processes. The second part deals with the description and function analysis of all car subsystems, such as: · vehicle body, · chassis, including wheels, suspensions, brakes and steering mechanisms, · diesel and gasoline engines, · electric motors, batteries, fuel cells, hybrid propulsion systems, · driveline, including manual and automatic gearboxes. This part addresses also many non-technical issues that influence vehicle design and production, such as social and economic impact of vehicles, market, regulations, particularly on pollution and safety. In spite of the difficulty in forecasting the paths that will be taken by automotive technology, the third part tries to open a window on the future. It is not meant to make predictions that are likely to be wrong, but to discuss the trends of automotive research and innovation and to see the possible paths that may be taken to solve the many problems that are at present open or we can expect for the future. The book is completed by two appendices about the contribution of computers in designing cars, particularly the car body and outlining fundamentals of vehicle mechanics, including aerodynamics, longitudinal (acceleration and braking) and transversal (path control) motion.
Author | : H. Clifford Brokaw |
Publisher | : Good Press |
Total Pages | : 193 |
Release | : 2023-11-20 |
Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | : |
In 'Putnam's Automobile Handbook: The Care and Management of the Modern Motor-Car,' H. Clifford Brokaw and Charles A. Starr assemble a comprehensive guide that traverses the vast and intricate world of early 20th-century automotive technology and practice. This anthology stands as a testament to the evolving landscape of automobile maintenance, engineering, and culture during a pivotal era in transportation history. With meticulous detail and an array of literary styles ranging from technical manuals to narrative essays, the collection highlights the nuanced and multifaceted relationship between man and machine, emphasizing innovations and troubleshooting strategies that shaped the future of motor travel. The backgrounds of Brokaw and Starr position this anthology at the intersection of practical expertise and visionary outlook. Brokaw, with his engineering acumen, and Starr, with his literary finesse, cultivate a volume steeped in the historical and cultural zeitgeist of the automobile's golden age. Their collective contributions not only chart the technological advancements of the era but also capture the societal implications and the transformative impact of the automobile on daily life. 'Putnam's Automobile Handbook' invites readers to embark on a journey through the annals of automotive history. This collection serves not only as an educational tool for enthusiasts and scholars alike but also as a cultural artifact that chronicles the evolution of modern transportation. By exploring this anthology, readers are offered a unique lens through which to view the early 20th century, an era where innovation and mobility began to redefine the world.
Author | : David Thoms |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 330 |
Release | : 1998 |
Genre | : Business & Economics |
ISBN | : |
Comprises 18 contributions from the US, the UK, and Australia on the motor car as a cultural phenomenon which has come to dominate the 20th century. The contributors come at the subject from a variety of disciplines, including semiotics, social history, literary and film criticism, and musicology. T
Author | : Kathryn A. Morrison |
Publisher | : Paul Mellon Centre |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 9780300187045 |
When the motor car first came to England in the 1890s, it was a luxury item with little practical purpose--drivers couldn't travel very far or quickly without paved roads or traffic laws. Thus began a transformation that has affected the architecture, infrastructure, and even the natural environment of the country. Carscapes relates the history of the car's impact on the physical environment of England from its early beginnings to the modern motorway network, focusing especially on its architectural influence. The authors offer a detailed look at the litany of structures designed specifically to accommodate cars: garages, gas stations, car parks, factories, and showrooms. Presenting a comprehensive study of these buildings, along with highways, bridges, and signage, Carscapes reveals the many overlooked ways in which automobiles have shaped the modern English landscape. Published for the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art
Author | : Arvid Linde |
Publisher | : David and Charles |
Total Pages | : 157 |
Release | : 2014-03-31 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 1845845005 |
Do you know how your car works? This book dissects and explains one of the finest inventions ever made. Written in a simple, jargon-free language and packed with illustrations and cutaways, it will suit everyone wishing to know more about what makes their car work.