Standards Of Length And Their Practical Application: A Resume Covering The Methods Employed For The Production Of Standard Gauges (1887) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104308599)

""Standards of Length and Their Practical Application"" is a comprehensive book written by George Meade Bond in 1887. The book provides a detailed overview of the methods used for the production of standard gauges and their practical application. It covers the history of standard gauges, the importance of standardization in industries such as engineering, manufacturing, and construction, and the various types of gauges used in these industries. The book also delves into the different standards of length used in various countries and the methods employed by scientists and engineers to produce accurate measurements. It explains the various techniques used for the calibration of gauges, including the use of comparison methods, interferometry, and optical methods. The author provides a detailed description of the various types of gauges, including micrometers, calipers, and vernier gauges, and their applications in different industries. The book also includes a section on the measurement of temperature, pressure, and other physical quantities. Overall, ""Standards of Length and Their Practical Application"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and practical applications of standard gauges and their importance in various industries.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: George Meade Bond
ISBN-10: 1104308592
ISBN-13: 9781104308599
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/13/2009
Pages: 188
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.40d