Excerpt from A Guide to Electric Lighting: For the Use of Householders and Amateurs
I. The applications of Electricity to the furtherance of the conveniences and comforts of civilised life have become so varied and so important, that it behoves all who lay any claim to an intelligent knowledge of their surroundings to, acquirefsome: cognizance, how ever slight, oi the laws which regulate these applica tions, and of the apparatus and instruments by means of which the desiredgrcsults are°obtained. In another work* the author has-r treated 1of the application of electricity to signalling purposes; it is the scope of this book to show by what means electricity can be made subservient to the purposes of illumination and the transmission of motive power.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book, intended as a guide to electric lighting, takes a deep dive into the nature of electricity and its diverse applications, particularly in illumination and the transmission of motive power. Written in the late 19th century, the text unravels the principles of electric lighting, tracing its evolution and introducing readers to the foundational forms of batteries. Beginning with a survey of electricity's history and fundamental concepts, the author moves on to explain the principles behind different types of batteries, comparing their strengths and limitations. Of particular note is the comprehensive examination of dynamo machines, detailing their working principles, advantages, and disadvantages across various designs. Electrical theory is dissected in an accessible and engaging manner, bridging the gap between complex scientific concepts and their practical applications. This book remains a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the genesis and early development of electric lighting technology. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333933746_0
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