Specimens Of Tables: Calculated, Stereomoulded And Printed By Machinery (1857)

By Anonymous and Georg Scheutz

Book Overview

Specimens of Tables: Calculated, Stereomoulded and Printed by Machinery is a book written by Georg Scheutz and published in 1857. The book is a collection of tables that have been calculated, stereomoulded, and printed using machinery. The tables cover a wide range of subjects, including mathematical and scientific calculations, astronomical data, and financial information. Georg Scheutz was a Swedish inventor and mathematician who is best known for his work on the construction of the first successful mechanical calculator, the Scheutzian calculation engine. In this book, he showcases the capabilities of his invention by presenting a variety of tables that demonstrate its accuracy and efficiency.The book includes detailed descriptions of the machinery used to calculate, stereomould, and print the tables, as well as explanations of the mathematical and scientific principles behind the calculations. The tables themselves are presented in a clear and organized manner, with each one accompanied by a detailed explanation of its purpose and how it was calculated.Overall, Specimens of Tables: Calculated, Stereomoulded and Printed by Machinery is an important historical document that provides insight into the development of mechanical calculators and the use of machinery in printing and publishing. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mathematics, technology, and printing.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: 1167038924
• ISBN13: 9781167038921
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 70 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"