A Treatise On Compass Compensation

By L. V. Kielhorn

Book Overview

""A Treatise On Compass Compensation"" is a book written by L. V. Kielhorn. The book is a comprehensive guide to the process of compass compensation, which involves adjusting the magnetic compass of a ship to account for the effects of the ship's iron and steel components. The book covers the theory and practice of compass compensation, including the various methods used to determine the magnetic properties of a ship's hull and the techniques used to adjust the compass accordingly. It also includes detailed instructions for conducting compass compensation on a variety of different types of ships, as well as information on the maintenance and repair of magnetic compasses. This book is an essential resource for anyone involved in the navigation of ships or interested in the science of magnetic fields.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: 1163821853
• ISBN13: 9781163821855
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"