Notes On The Management Of Chronometers And The Measurement Of Meridian Distance (1861)

Shadwell, Charles F A

ISBN 10: 1163941581 / ISBN 13: 9781163941584

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Notes On The Management Of Chronometers And The Measurement Of Meridian Distance (1861)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1163941581
• ISBN 13: 9781163941584
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

""Notes on the Management of Chronometers and the Measurement of Meridian Distance"" is a book written by Charles F. A. Shadwell in 1861. The book is a comprehensive guide to the use and maintenance of chronometers, which are timekeeping devices used for navigation at sea. It covers topics such as the history of chronometers, their construction, and their use in determining longitude. The book also includes detailed instructions on how to adjust and regulate chronometers, as well as how to calculate the meridian distance between two points on the earth's surface. The author draws upon his extensive experience as a naval officer and astronomer to provide practical advice and insights into the use of these important instruments. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of navigation and timekeeping, as well as for those who need to use chronometers for practical purposes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.