Collected Papers in Physics and Engineering (Classic Reprint)

James Thomson

ISBN 10: 1330355792 / ISBN 13: 9781330355794

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

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Print on Demand. This book brings together the published scientific contributions of James Thomson, a 19th-century innovator whose work left indelible marks on several branches of physical science, as evidenced by the references to his work by his brother, Lord Kelvin, and other eminent scientists of the time. The ideas presented in this book retain relevance to this day, with ongoing developments in water-turbines for the utilization of hydraulic power in mountainous regions standing as a testament to the groundbreaking nature of the research contained within. The initial chapters outline Thomson's groundbreaking discovery of the lowering of the freezing point of water with the application of pressure, which provided the foundation for his investigations on the influence of stress on crystallization and solution, as well as his astute observations on the formation of ice in nature, such as the ground ice of the St Lawrence and the glacial origin of the Parallel Roads of Glenroy. A later chapter details Thomson's development of the natural flow of water and its measurement, which are fundamental to practical hydraulics, including a substantial body of research on the flow of water in uniform regime in rivers and open channels, and a presentation of flux and reflux of water in open channels, pipes, or other ducts. The contributions compiled in this volume stand as a testament to James Thomson's remarkable originality of thought, experimental precision, and dedication to the advancement of scientific knowledge. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Collected Papers in Physics and Engineering (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330355792
• ISBN 13: 9781330355794
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
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  • Physics

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Synopsis

This book brings together the published scientific contributions of James Thomson, a 19th-century innovator whose work left indelible marks on several branches of physical science, as evidenced by the references to his work by his brother, Lord Kelvin, and other eminent scientists of the time. The ideas presented in this book retain relevance to this day, with ongoing developments in water-turbines for the utilization of hydraulic power in mountainous regions standing as a testament to the groundbreaking nature of the research contained within. The initial chapters outline Thomson's groundbreaking discovery of the lowering of the freezing point of water with the application of pressure, which provided the foundation for his investigations on the influence of stress on crystallization and solution, as well as his astute observations on the formation of ice in nature, such as the ground ice of the St Lawrence and the glacial origin of the Parallel Roads of Glenroy. A later chapter details Thomson's development of the natural flow of water and its measurement, which are fundamental to practical hydraulics, including a substantial body of research on the flow of water in uniform regime in rivers and open channels, and a presentation of flux and reflux of water in open channels, pipes, or other ducts. The contributions compiled in this volume stand as a testament to James Thomson's remarkable originality of thought, experimental precision, and dedication to the advancement of scientific knowledge.

Book Description

Originally published in 1912, this book contains the works of renowned engineer and physicist James Thomson (1822-92), who is known for his work on the improvement of water wheels, water pumps and turbines as well as for his innovations in the analysis of regelation and studies in glaciology.