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Motorbike History - ebook
Motorbike History - ebook
"Motorbike History" presents a fascinating journey through 150 years of motorcycle engineering and innovation, tracing the evolution from the 1867 steam-powered velocipede to today's advanced superbikes. The book expertly navigates three pivotal technological watersheds: the birth of production motorcycles in the late 19th century, the post-World War II performance boom, and the modern era of electronic and environmental advances.
Through detailed technical drawings, patent documentation, and period photographs, readers gain deep insights into how pioneering inventors like Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach established the fundamental architecture that would shape motorcycle development for generations. The narrative skillfully weaves together engineering principles with historical context, examining how military requirements, materials science, and aerodynamics influenced motorcycle design.
Readers follow the progression of crucial developments in engine configurations, frame geometry, and suspension systems through chronologically organized chapters. The book's systematic analysis covers both breakthrough successes and instructive failures, offering valuable insights into why certain design approaches prevailed while others fell by the wayside.
Written for both technical and non-technical audiences, this comprehensive work makes complex mechanical concepts accessible through clear diagrams and straightforward explanations. The book stands out for its thorough examination of motorcycle development's relationship with broader technological progress, from the transition of belt to chain drives to the current evolution toward electric power. By connecting engineering innovation with practical application, it serves as an invaluable resource for enthusiasts, professionals, and students interested in mechanical engineering and transportation history.
Kategoria: | Technology |
Język: | Angielski |
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ISBN: | 978-82-339-5917-3 |
Rozmiar pliku: | 533 KB |
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