Scientific American Supplement, No. 299, September 24, 1881 by Various
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| Author | Various |
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| Title | Scientific American Supplement, No. 299, September 24, 1881 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Scientific American Supplement, No. 299, September 24, 1881" by Various is a scientific publication produced during the late 19th century, serving as an esteemed extension of the Scientific American magazine. This edition includes a diverse array of topics such as engineering advancements, technology, electricity, medicine, agriculture, art, and notable obituaries, showcasing the period's industrial progress and scientific explorations. The opening of this supplement offers a glimpse into the wide-ranging content it covers, beginning with a detailed table of contents that highlights significant advancements in various engineering fields, including the development of marine engines, the introduction of electric lighting in mining, and improvements in lead processes. The early sections include intriguing discussions on innovations regarding marine boilers and the effectiveness of electric stop-motions in cotton mills, demonstrating the breadth of technological and scientific inquiry of the time. The detailed analysis of specific inventions and addresses from prominent engineers emphasizes the rapidly evolving industrial landscape, setting the stage for the rich scientific discourse that follows in the issue. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | T: Technology |
| Subject | Science -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 8408 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 9, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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