An attempt to excel, materially, the reciprocating engine, in point of economy, by substituting a rotary, is chimerical. I claim for my engine cheapness, compactness, and uniformity of action, and ...

It is constructed of wood and brass and mounted on a wooden base. Diagrams showing the complete design can be found in the patent document online ... 51,389 catalog number 309202 Object Name rotary ...

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