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NOTES ON CONCRETE AND WORKSIN CONCRETE.
By JOHN NEWMAN,Assoc. M. Inst. C.E.
REVIEWS OF THE PRESS.
Engineering:
"An epitome of the best practice which may be relied upon not to mislead."
"The successful construction of works in concrete is a difficult matter to explain in books."
"All the points which open the way to bad work are carefully pointed out by our Author with a pertinacious insistance which demonstrates his clear appreciation of their value."
Iron:
"As numerous examples are cited of the use of concrete in public works, and details supplied,the book will greatly assist engineers engaged upon such works."
The Builder:
"A very practical little book, carefully compiled, andone which all writers of specifications for concrete work would do well to peruse."
"The book contains reliable information for all engaged upon public works."
"A perusal of Mr. Newman's valuable little handbook will point out the importance of a more careful investigation of the subject than is usually supposed to be necessary."
AMERICAN PRESS.
Building:
"To accomplish so much in so limited a space, the subject-matter has been confined to chapters."
"We take pleasure in saying that this is the most admirable and complete handbook on concretes for engineers of which we have knowledge."
E. & F. N. SPON, 125, STRAND, LONDON.
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EARTHWORK SLIPS AND SUBSIDENCESUPON PUBLIC WORKS.
By JOHN NEWMAN,Assoc. M. Inst. C.E.
REVIEWS OF THE PRESS.
The Builder:
"We gladly welcome Mr. Newman's book on slips in earthworks as an important contribution to a right comprehension of such matters."
"There is much in this book that will at all events guide the mind of the student to the points—and there are many of them—which have to be weighed by designers of engineering works, and which, if attended to and fixed on the memory, will certainly guard them against probable if not against possible slips in earthwork."
"There is much to read, and read carefully, on all these points."
"He then presents us with sixteen maxims to be observed, where practicable, in the consideration of the location of earthworks (hints as to what should be avoided, which are of considerable value).... The capital cost of a work and the cost of its maintenance may both be very sensibly reduced by attention to all the points alluded to by the author."
"We are glad to see that the author enters at some length into the subject of the due provision of drainage at the backs of retaining walls, a matter so often neglected or overlooked, and carries this subject to a far larger one, the causes which tend to disturb the repose of dock walls. His remarks on these matters are well worthy of consideration, and are thoroughly practical, and the items which have to be taken into account in the necessary statical calculations very well introduced."
"In conclusion we may say that there is plenty of good useful information to be obtained from this work, which touches a subject possessing an exceedingly scanty vocabulary."
"It contains an immense deal of matter which must be swallowed sooner or later by every one who desires to be a good engineer."
&c. &c. &c. &c.
Building News:
"Mr. John Newman, Assoc. M. Inst. C.E., has written a volume on a subject that has hitherto only been treated of cursorily."
"Useful advice is given which the railway engineer and earthwork contractor may profit by."
"The book contains a fund of useful information."
&c. &c. &c. &c.
Builder's Reporter and Engineering Times:
"The book which Mr. John Newman has written imparts a new interest to earthworks. It is in fact a sort of pathological treatise, and as such may be said to be unique among books on construction, for in them failures are rarely recognised. Now in Mr. Newman's volume the majority of the pages relate to failures, and from them the reader infers how they are to be avoided, and thus to form earthworks that will endure longer than those which are executed without much regard to risks."
"The manner of dealing with the subsidences when they occur, as well as providing against them, will be found described in the book."
"It can be said that the subject is thoroughly investigated, and contractors as well as engineers can learn much from Mr. Newman's book."
&c. &c. &c. &c.
E. & F. N. SPON, 125, STRAND, LONDON.
1891.
BOOKS RELATINGTOAPPLIED SCIENCE
PUBLISHED BYE. & F. N. SPON,LONDON: 125, STRAND.NEW YORK: 12, CORTLANDT STREET.
The Engineers' Sketch-Book of Mechanical Movements, Devices, Appliances, Contrivances, Details employed in the Design and Construction of Machinery for every purpose.Collected from numerous Sources and from Actual Work. Classified and Arranged for Reference.Nearly 2000 Illustrations.ByT. B. Barber, Engineer. 8vo, cloth, 7s.6d.
A Pocket-Book for Chemists, Chemical Manufacturers, Metallurgists, Dyers, Distillers, Brewers, Sugar Refiners, Photographers, Students, etc., etc.ByThomas Bayley, Assoc. R.C. Sc. Ireland, Analytical and Consulting Chemist and Assayer. Fourth edition, with additions, 437 pp., royal 32mo, roan, gilt edges, 5s.
Synopsis of Contents:Atomic Weights and Factors—Useful Data—Chemical Calculations— Rules for Indirect Analysis—Weights and Measures—Thermometers and Barometers—Chemical Physics—Boiling Points, etc.—Solubility of Substances—Methods of Obtaining Specific Gravity—Conversion of Hydrometers—Strength of Solutions by Specific Gravity—Analysis— Gas Analysis—Water Analysis—Qualitative Analysis and Reactions— Volumetric Analysis—Manipulation—Mineralogy—Assaying—Alcohol— Beer—Sugar—Miscellaneous Technological matter relating to Potash, Soda, Sulphuric Acid, Chlorine, Tar Products, Petroleum, Milk, Tallow, Photography, Prices, Wages, Appendix, etc., etc.
Synopsis of Contents:
Atomic Weights and Factors—Useful Data—Chemical Calculations— Rules for Indirect Analysis—Weights and Measures—Thermometers and Barometers—Chemical Physics—Boiling Points, etc.—Solubility of Substances—Methods of Obtaining Specific Gravity—Conversion of Hydrometers—Strength of Solutions by Specific Gravity—Analysis— Gas Analysis—Water Analysis—Qualitative Analysis and Reactions— Volumetric Analysis—Manipulation—Mineralogy—Assaying—Alcohol— Beer—Sugar—Miscellaneous Technological matter relating to Potash, Soda, Sulphuric Acid, Chlorine, Tar Products, Petroleum, Milk, Tallow, Photography, Prices, Wages, Appendix, etc., etc.
The Mechanician: A Treatise on the Construction and Manipulation of Tools, for the use and instruction of Young Engineers and Scientific Amateurs, comprising the Arts of Blacksmithing and Forging; the Construction and Manufacture of Hand Tools, and the various Methods of Using and Grinding them; description of Hand and Machine Processes; Turning and Screw Cutting. ByCameron Knight, Engineer.Containing 1147 illustrations, and 397 pages of letter-press. Fourth edition, 4to, cloth, 18s.
Just Published, in Demy 8vo, cloth, containing 975 pages and 250 Illustrations, price 7s. 6d.
SPONS' HOUSEHOLD MANUAL:
A Treasury of Domestic Receipts and Guide for Home Management.
PRINCIPAL CONTENTS.
Hints for selecting a good House, pointing out the essential requirements for a good house as to the Site, Soil, Trees, Aspect, Construction, and General Arrangement; with instructions for Reducing Echoes, Waterproofing Damp Walls, Curing Damp Cellars.
Sanitation.—What should constitute a good Sanitary Arrangement; Examples (with Illustrations) of Well- and Ill-drained Houses; How to Test Drains; Ventilating Pipes, etc.
Water Supply.—Care of Cisterns; Sources of Supply; Pipes; Pumps; Purification and Filtration of Water.
Ventilation and Warming.—Methods of Ventilating without causing cold draughts, by various means; Principles of Warming; Health Questions; Combustion; Open Grates; Open Stoves; Fuel Economisers; Varieties of Grates; Close-Fire Stoves; Hot-air Furnaces; Gas Heating; Oil Stoves; Steam Heating; Chemical Heaters; Management of Flues; and Cure of Smoky Chimneys.
Lighting.—The best methods of Lighting; Candles, Oil Lamps, Gas, Incandescent Gas, Electric Light; How to test Gas Pipes; Management of Gas.
Furniture and Decoration.—Hints on the Selection of Furniture; on the most approved methods of Modern Decoration; on the best methods of arranging Bells and Calls; How to Construct an Electric Bell.
Thieves and Fire.—Precautions against Thieves and Fire; Methods of Detection; Domestic Fire Escapes; Fireproofing Clothes, etc.
The Larder.—Keeping Food fresh for a limited time; Storing Food without change, such as Fruits, Vegetables, Eggs, Honey, etc.
Curing Foods for lengthened Preservation, as Smoking, Salting, Canning, Potting, Pickling, Bottling Fruits, etc.; Jams, Jellies, Marmalade, etc.
The Dairy.—The Building and Fitting of Dairies in the most approved modern style; Butter-making; Cheesemaking and Curing.
The Cellar.—Building and Fitting; Cleaning Casks and Bottles; Corks and Corking; Aërated Drinks; Syrups for Drinks; Beers; Bitters; Cordials and Liqueurs; Wines; Miscellaneous Drinks.
The Pantry.—Bread-making; Ovens and Pyrometers; Yeast; German Yeast; Biscuits; Cakes; Fancy Breads; Buns.
The Kitchen.—On Fitting Kitchens; a description of the best Cooking Ranges, close and open; the Management and Care of Hot Plates, Baking Ovens, Dampers, Flues, and Chimneys; Cooking by Gas; Cooking by Oil; the Arts of Roasting, Grilling, Boiling, Stewing, Braising, Frying.
Receipts for Dishes.—Soups, Fish, Meat, Game, Poultry, Vegetables, Salads, Puddings, Pastry, Confectionery, Ices, etc., etc.; Foreign Dishes.
The Housewife's Room.—Testing Air, Water, and Foods; Cleaning and Renovating; Destroying Vermin.
Housekeeping, Marketing.
The Dining-Room.—Dietetics; Laying and Waiting at Table: Carving; Dinners, Breakfasts, Luncheons, Teas, Suppers, etc.
The Drawing-Room.—Etiquette; Dancing; Amateur Theatricals; Tricks and Illusions; Games (indoor).
The Bedroomand Dressing-Room; Sleep; the Toilet; Dress; Buying Clothes; Outfits; Fancy Dress.
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Household Law.—The Law relating to Landlords and Tenants, Lodgers, Servants, Parochial Authorities, Juries, Insurance, Nuisance, etc.
On Designing Belt Gearing. ByE. J. Cowling Welch, Mem. Inst. Mech. Engineers, Author of 'Designing Valve Gearing.' Fcap. 8vo, sewed, 6d.
A Handbook of Formulæ, Tables, and Memoranda, for Architectural Surveyors and others engaged in Building.ByJ. T. Hurst, C.E.Fourteenth edition, royal 32mo, roan, 5s.
"It is no disparagement to the many excellent publications we refer to, to say that in our opinion this little pocket-book of Hurst's is the very best of them all, without any exception. It would be useless to attempt a recapitulation of the contents, for it appears to contain almosteverythingthat anyone connected with building could require, and, best of all, made up in a compact form for carrying in the pocket, measuring only 5 in. by 3 in., and about ¾ in. thick, in a limp cover. We congratulate the author on the success of his laborious and practically compiled little book, which has received unqualified and deserved praise from every professional person to whom we have shown it."—The Dublin Builder.
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Tabulated Weights of Angle, Tee, Bulb, Round, Square, and Flat Iron and Steel, and other information for the use of Naval Architects and Shipbuilders. ByC. H. Jordan, M.I.N.A. Fourth edition, 32mo, cloth, 2s.6d.
A Complete Set of Contract Documents for a Country Lodge, comprising Drawings, Specifications, Dimensions (for quantities), Abstracts, Bill of Quantities, Form of Tender and Contract, with Notes byJ. Leaning, printed in facsimile of the original documents, on single sheets fcap., in paper case, 10s.
A Practical Treatise on Heat, as applied to the Useful Arts; for the Use of Engineers, Architects, &c. ByThomas Box.With 14 plates.Sixth edition, crown 8vo, cloth, 12s.6d.
A Descriptive Treatise on Mathematical Drawing Instruments: their construction, uses, qualities, selection, preservation, and suggestions for improvements, with hints upon Drawing and Colouring. ByW. F. Stanley, M.R.I. Sixth edition,with numerous illustrations, crown 8vo, cloth, 5s.
Quantity Surveying.ByJ. Leaning. With 42 illustrations. Second edition, revised, crown 8vo, cloth, 9s.
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Spons' Architects' and Builders' Price Book, with useful Memoranda.Edited byW. Young, Architect. Crown 8vo, cloth, red edges, 3s.6d.Published annually.Seventeenth edition. Now ready.
Long-Span Railway Bridges, comprising Investigations of the Comparative Theoretical and Practical Advantages of the various adopted or proposed Type Systems of Construction, with numerous Formulæ and Tables giving the weight of Iron or Steel required in Bridges from 300 feet to the limiting Spans; to which are added similar Investigations and Tables relating to Short-span Railway Bridges. Second and revised edition. ByB. Baker, Assoc. Inst. C.E.Plates, crown 8vo, cloth, 5s.
Elementary Theory and Calculation of Iron Bridges and Roofs.ByAugust Ritter, Ph.D., Professor at the Polytechnic School at Aix-la-Chapelle. Translated from the third German edition, byH. R. Sankey, Capt. R.E. With 500illustrations, 8vo, cloth, 15s.
The Elementary Principles of Carpentry.ByThomas Tredgold. Revised from the original edition, and partly re-written, byJohn Thomas Hurst. Contained in 517 pages of letter-press, andillustrated with 48 plates and 150 wood engravings. Sixth edition, reprinted from the third, crown 8vo, cloth, 12s.6d.
Section I. On the Equality and Distribution of Forces—Section II. Resistance of Timber—Section III. Construction of Floors—Section IV. Construction of Roofs—Section V. Construction of Domes and Cupolas—Section VI. Construction of Partitions—Section VII. Scaffolds, Staging, and Gantries—Section VIII. Construction of Centres for Bridges—Section IX. Coffer-dams, Shoring, and Strutting—Section X. Wooden Bridges and Viaducts—Section XI. Joints, Straps, and other Fastenings—Section XII. Timber.
Section I. On the Equality and Distribution of Forces—Section II. Resistance of Timber—Section III. Construction of Floors—Section IV. Construction of Roofs—Section V. Construction of Domes and Cupolas—Section VI. Construction of Partitions—Section VII. Scaffolds, Staging, and Gantries—Section VIII. Construction of Centres for Bridges—Section IX. Coffer-dams, Shoring, and Strutting—Section X. Wooden Bridges and Viaducts—Section XI. Joints, Straps, and other Fastenings—Section XII. Timber.
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The Use and Misuse, and the Proper and Improper Fixing of a Cooking Range.Illustrated, fcap. 8vo, sewed, 6d.
Iron Roofs: Examples of Design, Description.Illustrated with 64 Working Drawings of Executed Roofs.ByArthur T. Walmisley, Assoc. Mem. Inst. C.E. Second edition, revised, imp. 4to, half-morocco, 3l.3s.
A History of Electric Telegraphy, to the Year 1837. Chiefly compiled from Original Sources, and hitherto Unpublished Documents, byJ. J. Fahie, Mem. Soc. of Tel. Engineers, and of the International Society of Electricians, Paris. Crown 8vo, cloth, 9s.
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No. 1. Ceylon. ByAbraham Deane, C.E. 2s.6d.
Contents:Introductory Remarks—Natural Productions—Architecture and Engineering—Topography, Trade, and Natural History—Principal Stations—Weights and Measures, etc., etc.
Contents:
Introductory Remarks—Natural Productions—Architecture and Engineering—Topography, Trade, and Natural History—Principal Stations—Weights and Measures, etc., etc.
No. 2. Southern Africa, including the Cape Colony, Natal, and the Dutch Republics. ByHenry Hall, F.R.G.S., F.R.C.I. With Map. 3s.6d.
Contents:General Description of South Africa—Physical Geography with reference to Engineering Operations—Notes on Labour and Material in Cape Colony—Geological Notes on Rock Formation in South Africa—Engineering Instruments for Use in South Africa—Principal Public Works in Cape Colony: Railways, Mountain Roads and Passes, Harbour Works, Bridges, Gas Works, Irrigation and Water Supply, Lighthouses, Drainage and Sanitary Engineering, Public Buildings, Mines—Table of Woods in South Africa—Animals used for Draught Purposes—Statistical Notes—Table of Distances—Rates of Carriage, etc.
Contents:
General Description of South Africa—Physical Geography with reference to Engineering Operations—Notes on Labour and Material in Cape Colony—Geological Notes on Rock Formation in South Africa—Engineering Instruments for Use in South Africa—Principal Public Works in Cape Colony: Railways, Mountain Roads and Passes, Harbour Works, Bridges, Gas Works, Irrigation and Water Supply, Lighthouses, Drainage and Sanitary Engineering, Public Buildings, Mines—Table of Woods in South Africa—Animals used for Draught Purposes—Statistical Notes—Table of Distances—Rates of Carriage, etc.
No. 3. India. ByF. C. Danvers, Assoc. Inst. C.E. With Map. 4s.6d.
Contents:Physical Geography of India—Building Materials—Roads—Railways— Bridges—Irrigation—River Works—Harbours—Lighthouse Buildings— Native Labour—The Principal Trees of India—Money—Weights and Measures—Glossary of Indian Terms, etc.
Contents:
Physical Geography of India—Building Materials—Roads—Railways— Bridges—Irrigation—River Works—Harbours—Lighthouse Buildings— Native Labour—The Principal Trees of India—Money—Weights and Measures—Glossary of Indian Terms, etc.
Our Factories, Workshops, and Warehouses: their Sanitary and Fire-Resisting Arrangements. ByB. H. Thwaite, Assoc. Mem. Inst. C.E.With 183 wood engravings, crown 8vo, cloth, 9s.
A Practical Treatise on Coal Mining.ByGeorge G. André, F.G.S., Assoc. Inst. C.E., Member of the Society of Engineers.With 82 lithographic plates.2 vols., royal 4to, cloth, 3l.12s.
A Practical Treatise on Casting and Founding, including descriptions of the modern machinery employed in the art. ByN. E. Spretson, Engineer. Fifth edition, with82 platesdrawn to scale, 412 pp., demy 8vo, cloth, 18s.
A Handbook of Electrical Testing.ByH. R. Kempe, M.S.T.E. Fourth edition, revised and enlarged, crown 8vo, cloth, 16s.
The Clerk of Works: a Vade-Mecum for all engaged in the Superintendence of Building Operations. ByG. G. Hoskins, F.R.I.B.A. Third edition, fcap. 8vo, cloth, 1s.6d.
American Foundry Practice: Treating of Loam, Dry Sand, and Green Sand Moulding, and containing a Practical Treatise upon the Management of Cupolas, and the Melting of Iron. ByT. D. West, Practical Iron Moulder and Foundry Foreman. Second edition,with numerous illustrations, crown 8vo, cloth, 10s.6d.
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A Treatise on the Origin, Progress, Prevention, and Cure of Dry Rot in Timber; with Remarks on the Means of Preserving Wood from Destruction by Sea-Worms, Beetles, Ants, etc. ByThomas Allen Britton, late Surveyor to the Metropolitan Board of Works, etc., etc.With 10 plates, crown 8vo, cloth, 7s.6d.
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Contents:The Appointment and Duties of the Town Surveyor—Traffic—Macadamised Roadways—Steam Rolling—Road Metal and Breaking—Pitched Pavements —Asphalte—Wood Pavements—Footpaths—Kerbs and Gutters—Street Naming and Numbering—Street Lighting—Sewerage—Ventilation of Sewers—Disposal of Sewage—House Drainage—Disinfection—Gas and Water Companies, etc., Breaking up Streets—Improvement of Private Streets—Borrowing Powers—Artisans' and Labourers' Dwellings— Public Conveniences—Scavenging, including Street Cleansing— Watering and the Removing of Snow—Planting Street Trees—Deposit of Plans—Dangerous Buildings—Hoardings—Obstructions—Improving Street Lines—Cellar Openings—Public Pleasure Grounds—Cemeteries —Mortuaries—Cattle and Ordinary Markets—Public Slaughter-houses, etc.—Giving numerous Forms of Notices, Specifications, and General Information upon these and other subjects of great importance to Municipal Engineers and others engaged in Sanitary Work.
Contents:
The Appointment and Duties of the Town Surveyor—Traffic—Macadamised Roadways—Steam Rolling—Road Metal and Breaking—Pitched Pavements —Asphalte—Wood Pavements—Footpaths—Kerbs and Gutters—Street Naming and Numbering—Street Lighting—Sewerage—Ventilation of Sewers—Disposal of Sewage—House Drainage—Disinfection—Gas and Water Companies, etc., Breaking up Streets—Improvement of Private Streets—Borrowing Powers—Artisans' and Labourers' Dwellings— Public Conveniences—Scavenging, including Street Cleansing— Watering and the Removing of Snow—Planting Street Trees—Deposit of Plans—Dangerous Buildings—Hoardings—Obstructions—Improving Street Lines—Cellar Openings—Public Pleasure Grounds—Cemeteries —Mortuaries—Cattle and Ordinary Markets—Public Slaughter-houses, etc.—Giving numerous Forms of Notices, Specifications, and General Information upon these and other subjects of great importance to Municipal Engineers and others engaged in Sanitary Work.
Metrical Tables.By SirG. L. Molesworth, M.I.C.E. 32mo, cloth, 1s.6d.
Contents:General—Linear Measures—Square Measures—Cubic Measures—Measures of Capacity—Weights—Combinations—Thermometers.
Contents:
General—Linear Measures—Square Measures—Cubic Measures—Measures of Capacity—Weights—Combinations—Thermometers.
Elements of Construction for Electro-Magnets.By CountTh. Du Moncel, Mem. de l'Institut de France. Translated from the French byC. J. Wharton. Crown 8vo, cloth, 4s.6d.
A Treatise on the Use of Belting for the Transmission of Power.ByJ. H. Cooper. Second edition,illustrated, 8vo, cloth, 15s.
A Pocket-Book of Useful Formulæ and Memoranda for Civil and Mechanical Engineers.By SirGuilford L. Molesworth, Mem. Inst. C.E.With numerous illustrations, 744 pp. Twenty-second edition, 32mo, roan, 6s.
Synopsis of Contents:Surveying, Levelling, etc.—Strength and Weight of Materials— Earthwork, Brickwork, Masonry, Arches, etc.—Struts, Columns, Beams, and Trusses—Flooring, Roofing, and Roof Trusses—Girders, Bridges, etc.—Railways and Roads—Hydraulic Formulæ—Canals, Sewers, Waterworks, Docks—Irrigation and Breakwaters—Gas, Ventilation, and Warming—Heat, Light, Colour, and Sound—Gravity: Centres, Forces, and Powers—Millwork, Teeth of Wheels, Shafting, etc.—Workshop Recipes—Sundry Machinery—Animal Power—Steam and the Steam Engine—Water-power, Water-wheels, Turbines, etc.—Wind and Windmills—Steam Navigation, Ship Building, Tonnage, etc.— Gunnery, Projectiles, etc.—Weights, Measures, and Money— Trigonometry, Conic Sections, and Curves—Telegraphy—Mensuration —Tables of Areas and Circumference, and Arcs of Circles— Logarithms, Square and Cube Roots, Powers—Reciprocals, etc.— Useful Numbers—Differential and Integral Calculus—Algebraic Signs—Telegraphic Construction and Formulæ.
Synopsis of Contents:
Surveying, Levelling, etc.—Strength and Weight of Materials— Earthwork, Brickwork, Masonry, Arches, etc.—Struts, Columns, Beams, and Trusses—Flooring, Roofing, and Roof Trusses—Girders, Bridges, etc.—Railways and Roads—Hydraulic Formulæ—Canals, Sewers, Waterworks, Docks—Irrigation and Breakwaters—Gas, Ventilation, and Warming—Heat, Light, Colour, and Sound—Gravity: Centres, Forces, and Powers—Millwork, Teeth of Wheels, Shafting, etc.—Workshop Recipes—Sundry Machinery—Animal Power—Steam and the Steam Engine—Water-power, Water-wheels, Turbines, etc.—Wind and Windmills—Steam Navigation, Ship Building, Tonnage, etc.— Gunnery, Projectiles, etc.—Weights, Measures, and Money— Trigonometry, Conic Sections, and Curves—Telegraphy—Mensuration —Tables of Areas and Circumference, and Arcs of Circles— Logarithms, Square and Cube Roots, Powers—Reciprocals, etc.— Useful Numbers—Differential and Integral Calculus—Algebraic Signs—Telegraphic Construction and Formulæ.
Hints on Architectural Draughtsmanship.ByG. W. Tuxford Hallatt. Fcap. 8vo, cloth, 1s.6d.
Spons' Tables and Memoranda for Engineers; selected and arranged byJ. T. Hurst, C.E., Author of 'Architectural Surveyors' Handbook,' 'Hurst's Tredgold's Carpentry,' etc. Eleventh edition, 64mo, roan, gilt edges, 1s.; or in cloth case, 1s.6d.
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A Practical Treatise on Natural and Artificial Concrete, its Varieties and Constructive Adaptations.ByHenry Reid, Author of the 'Science and Art of the Manufacture of Portland Cement.' New Edition,with 59 woodcuts and 5 plates, 8vo, cloth, 15s.
Notes on Concrete and Works in Concrete; especially written to assist those engaged upon Public Works. ByJohn Newman, Assoc. Mem. Inst. C.E., crown 8vo, cloth, 4s.6d.
Electricity as a Motive Power.By CountTh. Du Moncel, Membre de l'Institut de France, andFrank Geraldy, Ingénieur des Ponts et Chaussées. Translated and Edited, with Additions, byC. J. Wharton, Assoc. Soc. Tel. Eng. and Elec.With 113 engravings and diagrams, crown 8vo, cloth, 7s.6d.
Treatise on Valve-Gears, with special consideration of the Link-Motions of Locomotive Engines. By Dr.Gustav Zeuner, Professor of Applied Mechanics at the Confederated Polytechnikum of Zurich. Translated from the Fourth German Edition, by ProfessorJ. F. Klein, Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pa.Illustrated, 8vo, cloth, 12s.6d.
The French-Polisher's Manual.By a French-Polisher; containing Timber Staining, Washing, Matching, Improving, Painting, Imitations, Directions for Staining, Sizing, Embodying, Smoothing, Spirit Varnishing, French-Polishing, Directions for Re-polishing. Third edition, royal 32mo, sewed, 6d.
Hops, their Cultivation, Commerce, and Uses in various Countries.ByP. L. Simmonds. Crown 8vo, cloth, 4s.6d.
The Principles of Graphic Statics.ByGeorge Sydenham Clarke, Major Royal Engineers.With 112 illustrations.Second edition, 4to, cloth, 12s.6d.
Dynamo Tenders' Hand-Book.ByF. B. Badt, late 1st Lieut. Royal Prussian Artillery.With 70 illustrations.Third edition, 18mo, cloth, 4s.6d.
Practical Geometry, Perspective, and Engineering Drawing; a Course of Descriptive Geometry adapted to the Requirements of the Engineering Draughtsman, including the determination of cast shadows and Isometric Projection, each chapter being followed by numerous examples; to which are added rules for Shading, Shade-lining, etc., together with practical instructions as to the Lining, Colouring, Printing, and general treatment of Engineering Drawings, with a chapter on drawing Instruments. ByGeorge S. Clarke, Capt. R.E. Second edition,with 21 plates. 2 vols., cloth, 10s.6d.
The Elements of Graphic Statics.By ProfessorKarl Von Ott, translated from the German byG. S. Clarke, Capt. R.E., Instructor in Mechanical Drawing, Royal Indian Engineering College.With 93 illustrations, crown 8vo, cloth, 5s.
A Practical Treatise on the Manufacture and Distribution of Coal Gas.ByWilliam Richards. Demy 4to, withnumerous wood engravings and 29 plates, cloth, 28s.
Synopsis of Contents:Introduction—History of Gas Lighting—Chemistry of Gas Manufacture, by Lewis Thompson, Esq., M.R.C.S.—Coal, with Analyses, by J. Paterson, Lewis Thompson, and G. R. Hislop, Esqrs.—Retorts, Iron and Clay—Retort Setting—Hydraulic Main—Condensers—Exhausters— Washers and Scrubbers—Purifiers—Purification—History of Gas Holder—Tanks, Brick and Stone, Composite, Concrete, Cast-iron, Compound Annular Wrought-iron—Specifications—Gas Holders— Station Meter—Governor—Distribution—Mains—Gas Mathematics, or Formulæ for the Distribution of Gas, by Lewis Thompson, Esq.—Services—Consumers' Meters—Regulators—Burners—Fittings— Photometer—Carburization of Gas—Air Gas and Water Gas— Composition of Coal Gas, by Lewis Thompson, Esq.—Analyses of Gas—Influence of Atmospheric Pressure and Temperature on Gas—Residual Products—Appendix—Description of Retort Settings, Buildings, etc., etc.
Synopsis of Contents:
Introduction—History of Gas Lighting—Chemistry of Gas Manufacture, by Lewis Thompson, Esq., M.R.C.S.—Coal, with Analyses, by J. Paterson, Lewis Thompson, and G. R. Hislop, Esqrs.—Retorts, Iron and Clay—Retort Setting—Hydraulic Main—Condensers—Exhausters— Washers and Scrubbers—Purifiers—Purification—History of Gas Holder—Tanks, Brick and Stone, Composite, Concrete, Cast-iron, Compound Annular Wrought-iron—Specifications—Gas Holders— Station Meter—Governor—Distribution—Mains—Gas Mathematics, or Formulæ for the Distribution of Gas, by Lewis Thompson, Esq.—Services—Consumers' Meters—Regulators—Burners—Fittings— Photometer—Carburization of Gas—Air Gas and Water Gas— Composition of Coal Gas, by Lewis Thompson, Esq.—Analyses of Gas—Influence of Atmospheric Pressure and Temperature on Gas—Residual Products—Appendix—Description of Retort Settings, Buildings, etc., etc.
The New Formula for Mean Velocity of Discharge of Rivers and Canals.ByW. R. Kutter. Translated from articles in the 'Cultur-Ingénieur,' byLowis D'A. Jackson, Assoc. Inst. C.E. 8vo, cloth, 12s.6d.
The Practical Millwright and Engineers Ready Reckoner; or Tables for finding the diameter and power of cog-wheels, diameter, weight, and power of shafts, diameter and strength of bolts, etc. ByThomas Dixon. Fourth edition, 12mo, cloth, 3s.
Tin: Describing the Chief Methods of Mining, Dressing and Smelting it abroad; with Notes upon Arsenic, Bismuth and Wolfram. ByArthur G. Charleton, Mem. American Inst. of Mining Engineers.With plates, 8vo, cloth, 12s.6d.
Perspective, Explained and Illustrated.ByG. S. Clarke, Capt. R.E.With illustrations, 8vo, cloth, 3s.6d.
Practical Hydraulics;a Series of Rules and Tables for the use of Engineers, etc., etc. ByThomas Box. Ninth edition,numerous plates, post 8vo, cloth, 5s.
The Essential Elements of Practical Mechanics; based on the Principle of Work, designed for Engineering Students. ByOliver Byrne, formerly Professor of Mathematics, College for Civil Engineers. Third edition,with 148 wood engravings, post 8vo, cloth, 7s.6d.
Contents:Chap. 1. How Work is Measured by a Unit, both with and without reference to a Unit of Time—Chap. 2. The Work of Living Agents, the Influence of Friction, and introduces one of the most beautiful Laws of Motion—Chap. 3. The principles expounded in the first and second chapters are applied to the Motion of Bodies—Chap. 4. The Transmission of Work by simple Machines—Chap. 5. Useful Propositions and Rules.
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Chap. 1. How Work is Measured by a Unit, both with and without reference to a Unit of Time—Chap. 2. The Work of Living Agents, the Influence of Friction, and introduces one of the most beautiful Laws of Motion—Chap. 3. The principles expounded in the first and second chapters are applied to the Motion of Bodies—Chap. 4. The Transmission of Work by simple Machines—Chap. 5. Useful Propositions and Rules.
Breweries and Maltings: their Arrangement, Construction, Machinery, and Plant. ByG. Scamell, F.R.I.B.A. Second edition, revised, enlarged, and partly rewritten. ByF. Colyer, M.I.C.E., M.I.M.E.With 20 plates, 8vo, cloth, 12s.6d.
A Practical Treatise on the Construction of Horizontal and Vertical Waterwheels, specially designed for the use of operative mechanics. ByWilliam Cullen, Millwright and Engineer.With 11 plates.Second edition, revised and enlarged, small 4to, cloth, 12s.6d.
A Practical Treatise on Mill-gearing, Wheels, Shafts, Riggers, etc.; for the use of Engineers. ByThomas Box. Third edition,with 11 plates. Crown 8vo, cloth, 7s.6d.
Mining Machinery: a Descriptive Treatise on the Machinery, Tools, and other Appliances used in Mining. ByG. G. André, F.G.S., Assoc. Inst. C.E., Mem. of the Society of Engineers. Royal 4to, uniform with the Author's Treatise on Coal Mining, containing 182plates, accurately drawn to scale, with descriptive text, in 2 vols., cloth, 3l.12s.
Contents:Machinery for Prospecting, Excavating, Hauling, and Hoisting— Ventilation—Pumping—Treatment of Mineral Products, including Gold and Silver, Copper, Tin, and Lead, Iron, Coal Sulphur, China Clay, Brick Earth, etc.
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Machinery for Prospecting, Excavating, Hauling, and Hoisting— Ventilation—Pumping—Treatment of Mineral Products, including Gold and Silver, Copper, Tin, and Lead, Iron, Coal Sulphur, China Clay, Brick Earth, etc.
Tables for Setting out Curves for Railways, Canals, Roads, etc., varying from a radius of five chains to three miles. ByA. KennedyandR. W. Hackwood.Illustrated32mo, cloth, 2s.6d.
Practical Electrical Notes and Definitions for the use of Engineering Students and Practical Men.ByW. Perren Maycock, Assoc. M. Inst. E.E., Instructor in Electrical Engineering at the Pitlake Institute, Croydon, together with the Rules and Regulations to be observed in Electrical Installation Work. Second edition. Royal 32mo, roan, gilt edges, 4s.6d.
The Draughtsman's Handbook of Plan and Map Drawing; including instructions for the preparation of Engineering, Architectural, and Mechanical Drawings.With numerous illustrations in the text, and 33 plates (15 printed in colours).ByG. G. André, F.G.S., Assoc. Inst. C.E. 4to, cloth, 9s.
Contents:The Drawing Office and its Furnishings—Geometrical Problems— Lines, Dots, and their Combinations—Colours, Shading, Lettering, Bordering, and North Points—Scales—Plotting—Civil Engineers' and Surveyors' Plans—Map Drawing—Mechanical and Architectural Drawing—Copying and Reducing Trigonometrical Formulæ, etc., etc.
Contents:
The Drawing Office and its Furnishings—Geometrical Problems— Lines, Dots, and their Combinations—Colours, Shading, Lettering, Bordering, and North Points—Scales—Plotting—Civil Engineers' and Surveyors' Plans—Map Drawing—Mechanical and Architectural Drawing—Copying and Reducing Trigonometrical Formulæ, etc., etc.
The Boiler-maker's and Iron Ship-builder's Companion, comprising a series of original and carefully calculated tables, of the utmost utility to persons interested in the iron trades. ByJames Foden, author of 'Mechanical Tables,' etc. Second edition revised,with illustrations, crown 8vo, cloth, 5s.
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Experimental Science: Elementary, Practical, and Experimental Physics. ByGeo. M. Hopkins.Illustrated by 672 engravings.In one large vol., 8vo, cloth, 18s.
A Treatise on Ropemaking as practised in public and private Rope-yards, with a Description of the Manufacture, Rules, Tables of Weights, etc., adapted to the Trade, Shipping, Mining, Railways, Builders, etc. ByR. Chapman, formerly foreman to Messrs. Huddart and Co., Limehouse, and late Master Ropemaker to H. M. Dockyard, Deptford. Second edition, 12mo, cloth, 3s.
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Egyptian Irrigation.ByW. Willcocks, M.I.C.E., Indian Public Works Department, Inspector of Irrigation, Egypt. With Introduction by Lieut.-Col. J. C. Ross, R.E., Inspector-General of Irrigation.With numerous lithographs and wood engravings, royal 8vo, cloth, 1l.16s.
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Screw Cutting Tables, for the use of Mechanical Engineers, showing the proper arrangement of Wheels for cutting the Threads of Screws of any required pitch, with a Table for making the Universal Gas-pipe Threads and Taps. ByW. A. Martin, Engineer. Second, edition, oblong, cloth, 1s., or sewed, 6d.
A Treatise on a Practical Method of Designing Slide-Valve Gears by Simple Geometrical Construction, based upon the principles enunciated in Euclid's Elements, and comprising the various forms of Plain Slide-Valve and Expansion Gearing; together with Stephenson's, Gooch's, and Allan's Link-Motions, as applied either to reversing or to variable expansion combinations. ByEdward J. Cowling Welch, Memb. Inst. Mechanical Engineers. Crown 8vo, cloth, 6s.
Cleaning and Scouring: a Manual for Dyers, Laundresses, and for Domestic Use. ByS. Christopher. 18mo, sewed, 6d.
A Glossary of Terms used in Coal Mining.ByWilliam Stukeley Gresley, Assoc. Mem. Inst C.E., F.G.S., Member of the North of England Institute of Mining Engineers.Illustrated with numerous woodcuts and diagrams, crown 8vo, cloth, 5s.
A Pocket-Book for Boiler Makers and Steam Users, comprising a variety of useful information for Employer and Workman, Government Inspectors, Board of Trade Surveyors, Engineers in charge of Works and Slips, Foremen of Manufactories, and the general Steam-using Public. ByMaurice John Sexton. Second edition, royal 32mo, roan, gilt edges, 5s.
Electrolysis: a Practical Treatise on Nickeling, Coppering, Gilding, Silvering, the Refining of Metals, and the treatment of Ores by means of Electricity. ByHippolyte Fontaine, translated from the French byJ. A. Berly, C.E., Assoc. S.T.E.With engravings.8vo, cloth, 9s.
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