Scientific American Supplement, No. 441, June 14, 1884. by Various
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| Author | Various |
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| Title | Scientific American Supplement, No. 441, June 14, 1884. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Scientific American Supplement, No. 441, June 14, 1884" by Various is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This volume is a collection of articles encompassing various topics in science, technology, and engineering. It provides a wealth of insights into contemporary advancements and experiments in fields such as chemistry, metallurgy, engineering, and medicine, reflecting the scientific inquiries and technological innovations of the time. The opening of this supplement includes a detailed table of contents that outlines diverse articles touching upon significant scientific topics. Initial sections cover advances in electrolysis and a new process for making wrought iron directly from ore, while subsequent entries explore the generation of steam and technological innovations related to engineering. One highlighted article discusses an innovative machine for decorticating sugar cane, illustrating the period's focus on improving agricultural methods through engineering. Additionally, the text introduces various applications of electrical technology, such as early telegraph systems, hinting at significant societal changes brought about by the expanding field of electrical communication. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | T: Technology |
| Subject | Science -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15833 |
| Release Date | May 16, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 76 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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