Electricity Explained (Classic Reprint)

Language: English

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

0282338969 / 9780282338961

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Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating journey into the world of electricity, delving into the fundamental principles that govern this powerful force. The author takes the reader on a historical exploration, starting with the ancient Greeks' discovery of static electricity in amber, and leading through the groundbreaking experiments of Volta, Faraday, and Hertz. Through a clear and engaging narrative, the book unravels the mysteries of electricity, introducing the various types of currents ââ â direct, alternating, pulsating, undulating, and oscillating ââ â and exploring their unique properties and applications. The book further delves into the mechanics of magnetism, detailing the invisible lines of force that surround magnets and how they are harnessed to generate electricity. Readers will also learn about the construction of dynamos and induction coils, and how these devices are used to produce different forms of electrical energy. The book then delves into the world of wireless telegraphy, explaining the role of Hertzian waves in transmitting signals across vast distances, and shedding light on the crucial contributions of pioneers like Branly, Popoff, and Marconi. With its comprehensive coverage of the key discoveries and advancements in the field, this book provides a solid foundation for understanding the fundamental principles of electricity and its transformative applications. It offers a captivating exploration of a scientific force that continues to shape our modern world. 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.…

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Title
Electricity Explained (Classic Reprint)
Author
John Calvin Sloat Tompkins
Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication year
2018
Condition
New
Book Type
print-on-demand item
Binding
Paperback
Language
English
ISBN 10
0282338969
ISBN 13
9780282338961
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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