Problems In Astronomy, Surveying, And Navigation - Henry William Jeans - Bog

Problems in Astronomy, Surveying, and Navigation: With Their Solutions is a book written by Henry William Jeans in 1849. The book is a comprehensive guide that covers various topics related to astronomy, surveying, and navigation. It contains a collection of problems and their solutions that are designed to help readers understand the fundamental concepts and principles of these fields.The book is divided into three main sections, each focusing on a specific topic. The first section covers astronomy and includes problems related to celestial mechanics, the motion of planets, and the measurement of time. The second section focuses on surveying and includes problems related to land surveying, leveling, and triangulation. The third section covers navigation and includes problems related to the use of nautical charts, compasses, and sextants.Each problem in the book is presented in a clear and concise manner, with detailed explanations and step-by-step solutions provided. The book also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers visualize the concepts being discussed.Overall, Problems in Astronomy, Surveying, and Navigation: With Their Solutions is a valuable resource for anyone interested in these fields. It is particularly useful for students and professionals who need to develop their problem-solving skills and deepen their understanding of the underlying principles of astronomy, 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.