Archibald Williams explains the scientific principles behind common mechanisms and physical phenomena such as steam, electricity, light, and hydraulics. The text focuses on the fundamental operation of everyday devices rather than specific models or detailed technical specifications.
the latter the Pelton wheel takes the first place. By the courtesy of the manufacturers we are able to give some interesting details and illustrations of this device.
The wheel, which may be of any diameter from six inches to ten feet, has buckets set at regular