ISBN: 9780282014186 - Transactions of the Liverpool Engineering Society, Vol. 19: Twenty-fourth Session (classic Reprint) (3 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the importance of accuracy in reasoning and measurement within engineering practices and discusses how the human intellect can struggle to grasp these ideas. The author emphasizes the necessity of precision in engineering work and asserts that even the slightest errors, whether in measurements or logical deductions, can lead to significant problems, especially for professional engineers responsible for critical projects. Accuracy in engineering is not simply about stating mathematical truths, but about ensuring that conclusions drawn from any given data are as close to the truth as possible. This approach forms the basis of probability theory. The author cites the example of Johannes Kepler, an astronomer whose meticulous calculations and repeated verifications of his data laid the groundwork for Newton's later discoveries. The book highlights the need for engineers to strive for exactitude in their work, emphasizing that even the smallest errors can have serious consequences. This call for precision is crucial for ensuring the safety and reliability of engineering projects and the well-being of the public who rely on them. 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.…