Model Engineer

Model Engineer is a great way to stay informed of everything to do with working mechanical models. With over 100 years of experience to draw on, Model Engineer covers everything from classic steam locomotives to cutting-edge modern developments in scale engineering. Regular content includes constructional articles, features on the best techniques and tools available and profiles of full-size modelling subject prototypes. Model Engineer magazine publishes 26 great issues a year.

Model Engineer

SMOKE RINGS

IMLEC 2022 • David Tompkins reports from this year’s International Miniature Locomotive Efficiency Competition at the Guildford society’s track in Stoke Park.

Grasshopper Beam Engine • Martin Gearing presents an ideal beginner’s project with great potential for the more experienced builder.

5 Inch Gauge Timber Frame Driver’s Truck • David Allen makes extensive use of 3D CAD and laser cutting to make a timber framed driving truck.

A 5 Inch Gauge 0-4-0 Aussie Locomotive • Luker describes a simple but authentic small locomotive.

Club Diary • 13 August - 25 September 2022

Engineering’s Local Heroes Dorothée Pullinger of Scotland and Guernsey • Roger Backhouse tells the story of Dorothée Aurélia Marianne Pullinger, creator of the Galloway car.

The Little Demon Supercharged V8 • Mick Knights describes the construction of a supercharged V8 internal combustion engine.

Rewinding a Two Speed Motor • Graham Astbury learns a lot about single-phase induction motors and describes ‘The long and winding road that leads to a 2-speed singlephase motor’.

The Stationary Steam Engine • Ron Fitzgerald takes a look at the history and development of the stationary steam engine.

Roger’s Ramblings on Measurement • Roger Curtis gets the measure of the countryside.

NEXT ISSUE

Britannia Class 7 Locomotive in 5 Inch Gauge • Norm Norton takes a renewed look at this popular, kit-built BR Standard Pacific.

The 2022 Sweet Pea Rally • John Arrowsmith finds that Sweet Peas are flourishing in Fareham.

CLUB NEWS • Geoff Theasby reports on the latest news from the Clubs.

Epilogue: About Machines and their Creators • Mikhail Chernyshev offers a paean to the steam locomotive.