The Practical Operation of Arc Lamps (Classic Reprint)

The Practical Operation of Arc Lamps (Classic Reprint)

Author: National Carbon Company Inc

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Published: 2016-10-13

Total Pages: 82

ISBN-13: 9781333935511

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Excerpt from The Practical Operation of Arc Lamps Multiple arc lamps. Multiple lamps are in very extensive use at present and are especially popular for indoor lighting on account of the low voltage required. They may be connected directly across 110 and sometimes on 220 volt circuits. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


Practical Operation of Arc Lamps

Practical Operation of Arc Lamps

Author: Inc National Carbon Company

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781019437803

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Originally published in 1901, this technical guide to arc lamps remains a valuable resource for engineers, electricians, and anyone interested in the history of electrical technology. Drawing on the expertise of the National Carbon Company, this book provides a detailed overview of the practical aspects of operating arc lamps, including maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair techniques. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.


Encyclopedia of Optical and Photonic Engineering (Print) - Five Volume Set

Encyclopedia of Optical and Photonic Engineering (Print) - Five Volume Set

Author: Craig Hoffman

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2015-09-22

Total Pages: 3726

ISBN-13: 1351247174

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The first edition of the Encyclopedia of Optical and Photonic Engineering provided a valuable reference concerning devices or systems that generate, transmit, measure, or detect light, and to a lesser degree, the basic interaction of light and matter. This Second Edition not only reflects the changes in optical and photonic engineering that have occurred since the first edition was published, but also: Boasts a wealth of new material, expanding the encyclopedia’s length by 25 percent Contains extensive updates, with significant revisions made throughout the text Features contributions from engineers and scientists leading the fields of optics and photonics today With the addition of a second editor, the Encyclopedia of Optical and Photonic Engineering, Second Edition offers a balanced and up-to-date look at the fundamentals of a diverse portfolio of technologies and discoveries in areas ranging from x-ray optics to photon entanglement and beyond. This edition’s release corresponds nicely with the United Nations General Assembly’s declaration of 2015 as the International Year of Light, working in tandem to raise awareness about light’s important role in the modern world. Also Available Online This Taylor & Francis encyclopedia is also available through online subscription, offering a variety of extra benefits for researchers, students, and librarians, including: Citation tracking and alerts Active reference linking Saved searches and marked lists HTML and PDF format options Contact Taylor and Francis for more information or to inquire about subscription options and print/online combination packages. US: (Tel) 1.888.318.2367; (E-mail) [email protected] International: (Tel) +44 (0) 20 7017 6062; (E-mail) [email protected]


The Art of Fire

The Art of Fire

Author: Daniel Hume

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2017-11-02

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 1473543940

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Fire can fascinate, inspire, capture the imagination and bring families and communities together. It has the ability to amaze, energise and touch something deep inside all of us. For thousands of years, at every corner of the globe, humans have been huddling around fires: from the basic and primitive essentials of light, heat, energy and cooking, through to modern living, fire plays a central role in all of our lives. The ability to accurately and quickly light a fire is one of the most important skills anyone setting off on a wilderness adventure could possess, yet very little has been written about it. Through his narrative Hume also meditates on the wider topics surrounding fire and how it shapes the world around us.