A Treatise On Compass Compensation (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781104851682)

""A Treatise On Compass Compensation"" by L. V. Kielhorn is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practice of compass compensation. The book covers the history of compasses and their development, as well as the different types of compasses and their uses. It also discusses the theory behind compass compensation, including the effects of magnetic deviation and variation, and provides practical advice on how to compensate for these factors in order to obtain accurate readings.The book is aimed at sailors, navigators, and anyone who uses a compass in their work or leisure activities. It is written in a clear and accessible style, with numerous diagrams and illustrations to help explain the concepts and techniques involved. The author draws on his extensive experience as a sailor and navigator to provide practical advice and guidance that is relevant to real-world situations.Overall, ""A Treatise On Compass Compensation"" is an essential reference for anyone who needs to use a compass in their work or leisure activities. It provides a thorough grounding in the principles and practice of compass compensation, and is an invaluable resource for sailors, navigators, and others who rely on accurate compass readings.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.

Author: L. V. Kielhorn
ISBN-10: 1104851687
ISBN-13: 9781104851682
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/23/2009
Pages: 210
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d