A Treatise on Mathematical Instruments: Including Most of the Instruments Employed in Drawing (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A practical history of drawing and surveying tools that equips you to understand, use, and evaluate classic instruments. This long-standing reference surveys mathematical drawing instruments from compasses and rulers to goniometers and levels. It explains construction, adjustment, and everyday use, with careful notes on accuracy and application for draftsmen, surveyors, and instrument makers.
Richly described are the major tools used in drawing and measurement, including the design and functioning of compasses, hair-compasses, and precision points. The work also covers proportional and bow compasses, plotting scales, and the pantograph, as well as how to copy, reduce, or enlarge drawings with accuracy. Theory and practice are blended to help the reader master practical mathematics in real projects.
- Clear explanations of how to set and use drawing compasses, pen points, and hair springs for fine accuracy
- Guidance on proportional, scaling, and plotting instruments for enlarging or reducing drawings
- Insights into optical and surveying instruments, including levels and the principles of collimation
- Practical notes for students and professionals on selecting, adjusting, and maintaining classic instruments
Ideal for readers of practical mathematics, drafting, surveying, and the history of measurement tools.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate world of mathematical instruments, offering a comprehensive guide to their construction, testing, and use. The author, writing in a time when scientific exploration was rapidly advancing, provides a detailed exploration of instruments used in a variety of disciplines, including drawing, surveying, astronomy, and crystallography. Readers will discover the secrets behind compasses, scales, and other tools used by mathematicians, engineers, and scientists of the time. The book goes beyond simple descriptions, offering insights into the principles underlying each instrument's operation. Through detailed diagrams and explanations, the author reveals the ingenious designs and practical applications of these instruments, highlighting their role in advancing scientific knowledge and technological progress. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of scientific instruments during a time of remarkable discovery and innovation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331980636_0
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