New Principles Of Gunnery: Containing The Determination Of The Force Of Gunpowder, And An Investigation Of The Difference In The Resisting Power Of The Air To Swift And Slow Motions (1805)

New Principles of Gunnery is a book written by Benjamin Robins in 1805. The book provides a comprehensive investigation of the force of gunpowder and the difference in the resisting power of the air to swift and slow motions. It is a seminal work in the field of ballistics and is considered a classic in the history of science. The book is divided into two parts. The first part deals with the determination of the force of gunpowder, while the second part focuses on the investigation of the difference in the resisting power of the air to swift and slow motions. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels of expertise. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science or the development of ballistics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.