Logarithmic Tables of Numbers and Trigonometrical Functions (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Georg Von Vega

 
9781527791732: Logarithmic Tables of Numbers and Trigonometrical Functions (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book, first published in 1742, is a significant mathematical text that contributed to the development of trigonometry. It introduces practical methods for calculating and interpolating logarithmic values, essential for quick and accurate calculations in spherical trigonometry and navigation. The author's systematic arrangement of tables and the inclusion of smaller tables for proportional parts enhance the book's utility, rendering it a valuable resource for mathematicians, astronomers, and navigators alike. The extensive trigonometric tables, covering the full quadrant in ten-second intervals, broaden the scope of the book's applications, making it indispensable in the fields of surveying, shipbuilding, and other disciplines where precise mathematical calculations are crucial. Furthermore, the advanced logarithmic methods presented in this book paved the way for many subsequent mathematical advancements and remain relevant in contemporary scientific research.

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