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The Gyroscope: Theory and Applications Hardcover - 1958

by Scarborough, James B

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  • Hardcover
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New York: Interscience Publishers, 1958. Classic comprehensive text contains a complete treatment of the mathematical and mechanical aspects of the gyroscope and its more important applications. Topics covered include fundamental principles of mechanics and vector analysis; theory of the gyroscope; motion of the gyroscope under the action of gravity; gyroscopic action in vehicles and rotating bodies; the gyroscope as a direction indicator and steering device; the gyroscope as a stabilizer; ship stabilizer; monorail cars; astronomical applications; Schuler tuning of gyroscopic compasses and gyroscopic pendulums; etc. 257 pgs. Frontispiece photo. Clean pocket remnant on front endpaper. Small stamps to front endpaper, title and preface pgs., and outer edges. Small label removal mark on lower front cover. Minor shelfwear and rubbing to corners. . First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/ . 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Ex-Professional Library.
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