Experimental Mechanics by Robert S. Ball
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"Experimental Mechanics" by Robert S. Ball is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work presents a series of lectures aimed at elucidating the principles of mechanics through practical experiments and demonstrations. The content emphasizes the importance of experimentation in understanding mechanical concepts, catering mainly to an audience that may not have extensive mathematical backgrounds but seeks to grasp the foundations of mechanics comprehensively. The opening of the text
sets the stage for a systematic exploration of mechanics, beginning with a thorough definition of force and its measurement. The author explains how various forces interact, using clear examples and illustrations to demonstrate concepts such as equilibrium and the composition of forces. Ball emphasizes that mechanics is not merely theoretical but is instead a practical science that can be observed in everyday life, urging readers to consider the mechanical principles underpinning common objects and structures around them. This approach indicates a hands-on learning experience that aims to make the subject accessible to artisans and students alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ball, Robert S. (Robert Stawell), 1840-1913 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Experimental Mechanics A Course of Lectures Delivered at the Royal College of Science for Ireland |
| Contents | Preface -- The composition of forces -- The resolution of forces -- Parallel forces -- The force of gravity -- The force of friction -- The pulley -- The pulley-block -- The lever -- The inclined plane and the screw -- The wheel and the axle -- The mechanical properties of timber -- The strength of a beam -- The principles of framework -- The mechanics of a bridge -- The motion of a falling body -- Inertia -- Circular motion -- The simple pendulum -- The compound pendulum and the composition of vibrations -- The mechanical principles of a clock -- Appendix I: The method of graphical construction. The method of least squares -- Appendix II: Details of the Willis apparatus used in illustrating the foregoing lectures. |
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Produced by deaurider, Paul Marshall 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: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QC: Science: Physics |
| Subject | Mechanics |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61732 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-61732-9 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 785 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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