Double-Star Astronomy - Thomas Lewis - Bog

Double-Star Astronomy: Containing The History Of Double-Star Work; Computation Of Orbits And Position Of Orbit-Planes (1908) by Thomas Lewis is a comprehensive guide to the study of double stars in astronomy. The book provides a detailed history of double-star work, including the development of telescopes and other instruments used to observe and measure double stars. It also covers the computation of orbits and the position of orbit-planes, which are essential for understanding the motion and behavior of double stars. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of double-star astronomy. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of double-star work, from the early observations of Galileo to the more recent studies of the 19th century. The second chapter discusses the various types of double stars and their characteristics, including visual, spectroscopic, and eclipsing binaries. The third chapter covers the methods used to measure the position and motion of double stars, including micrometry and photography. The fourth chapter focuses on the computation of orbits, including the determination of the period, eccentricity, and inclination of the orbit. The fifth chapter discusses the position of orbit-planes, which are essential for understanding the three-dimensional motion of double stars. The book also includes numerous tables, charts, and diagrams to aid in the understanding of the material. Overall, Double-Star Astronomy: Containing The History Of Double-Star Work; Computation Of Orbits And Position Of Orbit-Planes (1908) is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of double stars in astronomy.Also, Formulae In Connection With Mass, Parallax, Magnitude, Etc.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.