The Electrical Engineer, Vol. 8: A Weekly Journal of Electrical Engineering, With Which Is Incorporated "Electric Light"; From July 3, 1891, to December 25, 1891 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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9780266540403: The Electrical Engineer, Vol. 8: A Weekly Journal of Electrical Engineering, With Which Is Incorporated "Electric Light"; From July 3, 1891, to December 25, 1891 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266540406 ISBN 13: 9780266540403

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2020

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A historic collection of late-19th century electrical engineering notes and experiments, drawn from a weekly journal of the era.

This edition covers the period from July to December 1891 and reflects the practical, hands-on spirit of early electrical science.

The book presents a snapshot of the period’s technical work, including reports on laboratory tests, materials and methods for electrical cells, and discussions of industry practices. You’ll encounter practical descriptions of experiments with mercury, zinc sulphate, and various pastes, along with notes on how temperature and solution conditions affect cell performance. The volume also touches on patents, licensing, and the business side of power and electrical engineering, as well as the broader context of lighting, electrical traction, and industry standards.

In-depth experimental notes on electrical pastes, amalgams, and cell construction
Temperature effects and measurement challenges in early electrical testing
Patents, licenses, and the financial side of 19th-century electrical engineering
Industry reports and cross-references to the era’s electric lighting and traction work

Ideal for readers with an interest in the history of electrical engineering, laboratory practices of the period, and the evolution of early electrical industry documentation.

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