9781333636722 - A Practical Manual of the Compass: A Short Treatise on the Errors of the Magnetic Compass, With the Methods Employed in the U. S. Navy for ... Including the Gyro-Co... (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 skillfully navigates the intricacies of compass error, providing a comprehensive study of its causes and effects. The author, a master of the subject, offers a detailed analysis of the various deviation types and delves into the principles of compass correction, presenting a valuable resource for mariners of any rank. With its in-depth examination of the impact of both subpermanent magnetism and transient magnetic forces, this book stands as a beacon of knowledge within the realm of compass theory and practice. Its insights continue to guide navigators in understanding and accounting for compass errors, ensuring the safe and accurate charting of courses across the world's oceans. 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.