Elements of Plane Trigonometry by Richard J. McCarty is a classic guide to measuring distance and direction with triangles, offering practical methods for real-world work.
This edition presents formulas, tables, and step-by-step approaches to solving plane triangles.
Starting with the fundamentals of distance and direction, the book explains how to use direct and indirect measurements in surveying and engineering. It then builds up to the geometry of plane triangles, the role of angle measures, and the ways algebraic signs apply to trigonometric relations.
- Learn formulas for solving right and oblique plane triangles.
- Explore the use of tables of natural sines, cosines, tangents, and cotangents.
- Calculate areas and work through practical surveying examples.
- Understand conventions for algebraic signs and their applications to angles and ratios.
Ideal for students and professionals in surveying, engineering, and trigonometry.