[Steam-engine] heating surface

[Andre' Blanchard]

2" * Pi * 45"
2 * 3.142 * 45 = 282.8 sq. in.
282.8 / 144 = 1.96 sq. ft.


At 11:22 AM 7/24/2006, you wrote:
>I most likely should have payed closer attention in math class, but no one 
>ever taught it as it applies to steam engines.  (what a great 
>idea!)  anyhow does anyone care to educate me on the heating surface of a 
>tube?  It is 2" in diameter and 45 inches long.  I keep getting 
>interesting answers.... but am not sure they are right.
>
>   thanks

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Andre' B.  Clear Lake, Wi.