Explosives Materials: The Phenomena And Theories Of Explosion And The Classification, Constitution And Preparation Of Explosives (1907) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436628808)

Explosives Materials: The Phenomena And Theories Of Explosion And The Classification, Constitution And Preparation Of Explosives is a book written by John Philip Wisser and originally published in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive overview of explosives and their properties, including the science behind explosions and the various types of explosives that exist. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of explosives. The first section provides an introduction to the topic, discussing the history of explosives and their importance in various industries. The second section focuses on the science of explosions, including the chemical reactions that occur during an explosion and the physics of shock waves.The third section of the book covers the different types of explosives that exist, including black powder, dynamite, and nitroglycerin. Each type of explosive is described in detail, including its chemical composition, properties, and potential uses.The fourth section of the book discusses the preparation of explosives, including the various methods used to manufacture them and the safety precautions that must be taken during the process. The final section of the book provides an overview of the classification of explosives, including their legal status and the regulations that govern their use.Overall, Explosives Materials: The Phenomena And Theories Of Explosion And The Classification, Constitution And Preparation Of Explosives is a comprehensive guide to the science and technology of explosives. It is an important resource for anyone involved in the manufacture or use of explosives, as well as for those interested in the history and science of this fascinating field.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: John Philip Wisser
ISBN-10: 1436628806
ISBN-13: 9781436628808
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 184
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d