9781333462819 - The Slide Rule: A Practical Manual (Classic Reprint) de N. Pickworth, Charles (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 is a practical guide to using the slide rule, an instrument for performing calculations using logarithms. The author guides the reader through the mathematical and mechanical principles behind the slide rule, covering its origins, design, and operation. He thoroughly explains the functions of the scales, cursor, and other essential features of the instrument. The book is a comprehensive resource that delves into the intricacies of slide rule calculations, from simple multiplication and division to more complex operations involving squares, square roots, cubes, and cube roots. The author also highlights the importance of estimating the magnitude of results and developing an intuitive understanding of the numbers involved. The book, published in 1908, captures the significance of the slide rule in a period before the widespread use of electronic calculators. It presents a practical approach to solving problems in engineering and other technical fields, offering a valuable glimpse into the methods and tools employed by professionals in the early 20th century. The book's insights into the slide rule demonstrate its power as a tool for quick, accurate, and efficient calculations, reflecting its crucial role in scientific and technological advancement. 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.