Institutes Of Hydrostatics (1786)

By George Urquhart

Book Overview

Institutes of Hydrostatics is a book written by George Urquhart and published in 1786. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles of hydrostatics, which is the study of fluids at rest and the forces exerted by these fluids. The book covers topics such as pressure, buoyancy, fluid dynamics, and the behavior of fluids in containers and pipes. It also includes practical applications of hydrostatics, such as the design of dams and water supply systems. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for students and professionals in the field of engineering and physics. Overall, Institutes of Hydrostatics is an important work in the history of science and technology, providing a foundational understanding of the principles that govern the behavior of fluids.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104772035
• ISBN13: 9781104772031
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 278 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"