ISBN: 9781334182945 - report (classic reprint): the joint committee appointed under the resolution of the senate and house of representatives of the 30th of march, 1867, to ... of the ordnance department (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 dives into the critical issue of heavy ordnance during the American Civil War, a period when the development of artillery technology was rapidly changing the face of warfare. The author meticulously examines the shortcomings of the existing systems used to test and manufacture these powerful weapons, highlighting the disconnect between the rigorous conditions of battle and the less demanding testing methods employed. Through a detailed examination of case studies, including the controversial Ames gun, the book sheds light on the failures of cast-iron guns and explores the potential of wrought iron. The author meticulously lays bare the prevailing inefficiencies and inconsistencies in the government's approach to ordnance development, including the lack of coordination between the Army and Navy departments, the resistance to innovation, and the inherent flaws in the existing systems of procurement and testing. The book delves into the complexities of material science, examining the effects of heat, tension, and cooling on the structural integrity of guns. Ultimately, it challenges the prevailing notions of how guns should be tested and manufactured, paving the way for a more scientific and effective approach to the development of heavy ordnance. The book's insights offer invaluable lessons on the importance of rigorous testing, collaborative innovation, and strategic thinking in the face of a rapidly evolving technological landscape. 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.…