Surveying And Navigation: With A Preliminary Treatise On Trigonometry And Mensuration (1873)

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Kessinger Publishing, 2009 - Literary Collections - 496 pages
Surveying and Navigation: With a Preliminary Treatise on Trigonometry and Mensuration is a comprehensive guidebook written by Aaron Schuyler in 1873. The book is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the principles and techniques of surveying and navigation, as well as the necessary mathematical skills required for these fields. The book begins with a preliminary treatise on trigonometry and mensuration, introducing readers to the fundamental concepts and principles of these mathematical disciplines. It then moves on to cover surveying, including the use of instruments such as the theodolite, leveling instruments, and chains. The book also covers the various methods of surveying, such as triangulation, traverse, and topographical surveying. The second part of the book focuses on navigation, covering topics such as the use of the compass, the sextant, and the chronometer. It also explains the principles of dead reckoning, celestial navigation, and the calculation of latitude and longitude. Throughout the book, Schuyler provides clear explanations, diagrams, and examples to help readers understand the concepts and techniques involved in surveying and navigation. The book is written in a concise and practical style, making it an ideal reference for students and professionals in these fields. Overall, Surveying and Navigation: With a Preliminary Treatise on Trigonometry and Mensuration is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to master the principles and techniques of surveying and navigation.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.

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