The Gyroscopic Compass: A Non-Mathematical Treatment by T. W. Chalmers
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"The Gyroscopic Compass: A Non-Mathematical Treatment" by T. W. Chalmers is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a comprehensive guide aimed at explaining the theory and practical construction of the gyroscopic compass without relying on complex mathematics. It addresses both theoretical principles and practical applications of the compass, which has become essential in naval navigation, particularly in modern warships and submarines, due to its advantages
over the conventional magnetic compass. The beginning of the book introduces the gyroscopic compass and highlights the limitations of traditional magnetic compasses, especially in contexts involving large metal structures, like ships. The author emphasizes the growing reliance on gyro-compasses in both naval and commercial maritime sectors, providing insight into their operational theory. Chalmers aims to deliver a comprehensive yet accessible understanding of the gyroscopic compass for navigating officers, avoiding intricate mathematical explanations to allow a broader audience to grasp its significance and functioning. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Chalmers, T. W. (Thomas Wightman), 1884-1954 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 21010296 |
| Title | The Gyroscopic Compass: A Non-Mathematical Treatment |
| Credits |
Produced by deaurider, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | VK: Naval science: Navigation, Merchant marine |
| Subject | Gyro compass |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57200 |
| Release Date | May 22, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 396 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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