Scientific American Supplement, No. 299, September 24, 1881 By: Various
"Scientific American Supplement, No. 299, September 24, 1881" is a fascinating and informative read that covers a wide range of topics related to science and technology. The articles included in this issue are well-written and provide detailed explanations of complex scientific concepts. The illustrations and diagrams throughout the supplement are also very helpful in aiding the reader's understanding. One of the highlights of this issue is the article on the latest advancements in telegraph technology. The author does an excellent job of breaking down the technical details of how this new technology works, making it accessible to readers of all levels of expertise. Additionally, the supplement also includes articles on topics such as astronomy, engineering, and chemistry, providing a well-rounded view of the scientific advancements of the time. Overall, "Scientific American Supplement, No. 299, September 24, 1881" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and technology. The wide range of topics covered in this issue, combined with the clear and concise writing style, make it a must-read for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of the scientific world. First Page: E text prepared by Olaf Voss, Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN SUPPLEMENT NO. 299 NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 24, 1881 Scientific American Supplement. Vol. XII, No. 299. Scientific American established 1845 Scientific American Supplement, $5 a year. Scientific American and Supplement, $7 a year. [Illustration] TABLE OF CONTENTS. I. ENGINEERING AND MECHANICS. On the Progress and development of the Marine Engine. Marine engines. The marine boiler. Steel boilers. Corrosion of boilers. How the marine engine may be improved. Consumption of fuel. Evaporative efficiency of marine locomotive boilers. Screw propellers Steam Ferry Boats of the Port of Marseilles. 2 figures. Transverse and longitudinal sections Opening of a New English Dock. 1 figure Improved Grain Elevator. 1 figure Improved Dredger. 1 figure. Single bucket dipper dredger Railway Alarm Whistle Furnace for the Manufacture of Sulphide of Carbon. 1 figure Brouardel's Dry Inscribing Manometer. 1 figure. Gas indication of manometer Centrifugal Apparatus for Casting Metals. 4 figures. Centrifugal metal moulding apparatus Apparatus for the Manufacture of Wood Pulp... Continue reading book >>

Scientific American Supplement, No. 299, September 24, 1881 By: Various

"Scientific American Supplement, No. 299, September 24, 1881" is a fascinating and informative read that covers a wide range of topics related to science and technology. The articles included in this issue are well-written and provide detailed explanations of complex scientific concepts. The illustrations and diagrams throughout the supplement are also very helpful in aiding the reader's understanding.

One of the highlights of this issue is the article on the latest advancements in telegraph technology. The author does an excellent job of breaking down the technical details of how this new technology works, making it accessible to readers of all levels of expertise. Additionally, the supplement also includes articles on topics such as astronomy, engineering, and chemistry, providing a well-rounded view of the scientific advancements of the time.

Overall, "Scientific American Supplement, No. 299, September 24, 1881" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and technology. The wide range of topics covered in this issue, combined with the clear and concise writing style, make it a must-read for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of the scientific world.

First Page:

E text prepared by Olaf Voss, Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN SUPPLEMENT NO. 299

NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 24, 1881

Scientific American Supplement. Vol. XII, No. 299.

Scientific American established 1845

Scientific American Supplement, $5 a year.

Scientific American and Supplement, $7 a year.

[Illustration]

TABLE OF CONTENTS.

I. ENGINEERING AND MECHANICS. On the Progress and development of the Marine Engine. Marine engines. The marine boiler. Steel boilers. Corrosion of boilers. How the marine engine may be improved. Consumption of fuel. Evaporative efficiency of marine locomotive boilers. Screw propellers

Steam Ferry Boats of the Port of Marseilles. 2 figures. Transverse and longitudinal sections

Opening of a New English Dock. 1 figure

Improved Grain Elevator. 1 figure

Improved Dredger. 1 figure. Single bucket dipper dredger

Railway Alarm Whistle

Furnace for the Manufacture of Sulphide of Carbon. 1 figure

Brouardel's Dry Inscribing Manometer. 1 figure. Gas indication of manometer

Centrifugal Apparatus for Casting Metals. 4 figures. Centrifugal metal moulding apparatus

Apparatus for the Manufacture of Wood Pulp... Continue reading book >>

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