9781528527101 - The Slide Rule and How to Use It: Containing Full, Easy, and Simple Instructions to Perform All Business Calculations With Unexampled Rapidity and Accuracy (Classic... (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 delves into the underappreciated world of the slide rule, a calculating instrument that, in the pre-computer era, revolutionized mathematical computations for professionals across various fields. The author marvels at the slide rule's ability to perform complex calculations with speed and accuracy, eliminating the tediousness of manual arithmetic. The book provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and utilizing the slide rule, covering its fundamental principles, applications in diverse areas like mensuration, mechanics, and commercial arithmetic. Detailed instructions and practical examples guide readers through calculations involving multiplication, division, proportions, squares, cubes, roots, and more. The author emphasizes the slide rule's versatility, showcasing its use in solving problems related to areas, volumes, lengths, weights, and even more complex engineering and scientific calculations. Beyond its practical applications, this book explores the historical significance of the slide rule as a precursor to modern computing technology. The author's enthusiasm for the instrument shines through, as they advocate for its continued use and appreciation in an age where digital calculators dominate. This book serves as a testament to the ingenuity of the slide rule and its lasting impact on mathematical and scientific progress. 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.