ISBN: 9781330492123 - the capillary electrometer, vol. 1: in theory and practice (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the intricacies of the capillary electrometer, a groundbreaking instrument for studying rapid changes in electrical potential. Developed by Lippmann in the 1870s, the device initially captivated physiologists for its ability to capture the electrical activity of living organisms. The author, a pioneer in the field, meticulously investigates the instrument's construction, revealing a surprisingly simple and affordable design. He delves into the scientific principles underlying the electrometer's operation, offering a comprehensive analysis of its electrical and mechanical properties. The author sheds light on the electrometer's unique capacity to measure not just the direction of electrical change but also its magnitude and timing. This groundbreaking discovery, achieved through careful observation and experimentation, revolutionizes the study of electrical phenomena. He explores the electrometer's potential applications, ranging from charting the fluctuations of dynamo currents to capturing the delicate vibrations of sound waves. Ultimately, this book provides a detailed and insightful exploration of the capillary electrometer, revealing its remarkable capabilities and demonstrating its potential to transform scientific understanding of the electrical 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. print-on-demand item.…