Scientific American Supplement, No. 484, April 11, 1885

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

To be supplied : Project Gutenberg, 2010.

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Scientific American Supplement, No. 484, April 11, 1885" by Various is a scientific publication produced in the late 19th century. This compilation features a selection of articles and discussions on diverse topics in engineering, technology, geology, and hygiene, offering insights into the scientific advancements and industrial practices of the time. The opening of this issue provides a detailed exploration of various engineering feats, starting with a description of the Blaauw Krantz Viaduct in Cape Colony, outlining its construction challenges and design considerations. Additionally, it presents an overview of significant innovations such as the development of the gas engine, including historical context and advancements made by various inventors. The text highlights the evolving understanding and application of engineering principles, providing a rich snapshot of the scientific discourse and technological progress as of April 1885. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-11-03