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Tables and Rules for Facilitating the Calculation of Earthwork, Land, Curves, Distances, and Gradients, Required in the Formation of Railways, Roads,
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Crafts GeneralGeneral Construction & RenovationGeneral Mathematics
ISBN13: 9781146150392
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Feb 28 2010
Pages: 318
Weight: 0.98
Height: 0.67 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Tables and Rules for Facilitating the Calculation of Earthwork, Land, Curves, Distances, and Gradients is a meticulously detailed treatise on the mathematical principles and practical applications essential for constructing railways, roads, and canals. Originally published in 1846, this work by J.B. Huntington offers invaluable insights into the engineering techniques of the era.
The book provides tables and rules designed to streamline the complex calculations required for earthwork, land surveying, and the creation of precise curves, distances, and gradients. It also includes insightful essays on the prismoidal formula and the power required for movement on inclined planes, offering a comprehensive understanding of the physical forces at play. This historical text serves as a vital resource for understanding the foundations of modern civil engineering and transportation infrastructure.
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