The Sextant And Other Reflecting Mathematical Instruments: With Practical Hints, Suggestions And Wrinkles, On Their Errors, Adjustments And Use (1891)

by Frederick Roland Brainard

Book Overview

""The Sextant And Other Reflecting Mathematical Instruments"" is a comprehensive guidebook on the use and maintenance of various mathematical instruments used in navigation, astronomy, and surveying. Written by Frederick Roland Brainard and originally published in 1891, the book provides detailed instructions on how to use and adjust sextants, octants, and other reflecting instruments to accurately measure angles and distances. The author also offers...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167189825
• ISBN13: 9781167189821
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"