Descriptive Index of Current Engineering Literature, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 1528027116 / ISBN 13: 9781528027113

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book provides an in-depth study of an extensive range of engineering literature, serving as a valuable reference guide to key data and cross-referenced terms. Organized alphabetically with cross-references, it covers a multitude of topics within the field, with particular attention given to civil and mechanical engineering. Collected from various publications including journals, society proceedings, and reports, this volume is an invaluable resource that brings together a vast amount of often hard-to-find engineering information. A thorough guide for students and practicing engineers alike, it is an essential tool for anyone seeking to stay abreast of the latest advancements and key concepts in the field. 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: Descriptive Index of Current Engineering Literature, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528027116
• ISBN 13: 9781528027113
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • General Engineering

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Synopsis

Discover a comprehensive index of current engineering literature, organized for quick, practical use.

This volume compiles a wide range of engineering topics from the late 19th century, presenting concise descriptions and references. It covers water filtration and purification, water mains, levees, wind pressure, surveying methods, lighting, and related infrastructure subjects. Readers will find abstracts, notes, and cross-references drawn from contemporary journals and professional papers, helping identify important developments and methods of the era.

Designed for engineers, researchers, and students, the book acts as a navigational tool to locate relevant discussions, experiments, and designs across several subfields. It offers a historical snapshot of prevailing techniques, questions, and debates that shaped infrastructure and public works.

• Topics include filtration, water supply, and purification techniques, along with related systems like water mains and filtration plants.
• Additional areas cover levees, wind pressure, wind power, lighting, measurement and leveling, and locomotive and railway concerns.
• Editorials, abstracts, and cited papers from engineering journals provide context and leads for further reading.
• Useful for quick orientation, topic spotting, and locating primary sources from the period.

Ideal for readers seeking historical engineering insight and practical reference across multiple disciplines.