Stereometry: Or The Art Of Gauging Made Easy, By The Help Of The Sliding Rule (1721)

By Thomas Everard

Book Overview

""Stereometry: Or The Art Of Gauging Made Easy, By The Help Of The Sliding Rule"" is a book written by Thomas Everard in 1721. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of gauging, which is the process of measuring the volume of containers such as barrels, casks, and tanks. The book provides a detailed explanation of the principles of stereometry, which is the branch of geometry that deals with the measurement of three-dimensional objects.The book is written in a clear and concise manner, making it easy for readers to understand the concepts and apply them in practical situations. It includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers visualize the concepts and techniques described in the book.One of the key features of the book is the use of the sliding rule, which is a tool that simplifies the calculations involved in gauging. The book provides detailed instructions on how to use the sliding rule, making it an indispensable tool for anyone involved in gauging.Overall, ""Stereometry: Or The Art Of Gauging Made Easy, By The Help Of The Sliding Rule"" is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the measurement of containers. It provides a comprehensive guide to the principles and techniques of gauging, and the use of the sliding rule makes the calculations involved much easier and more accurate.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: 1104471205
• ISBN13: 9781104471200
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"