An Improved Method In The Art Of Signaling For Military And Scientific Purposes: One Instrument For Both Day And Night Work, Finley's Heliotrope

By Thomas Somerville

Book Overview

""An Improved Method In The Art Of Signaling For Military And Scientific Purposes: One Instrument For Both Day And Night Work, Finley�������s Heliotrope"" by Thomas Somerville is a book that provides a detailed guide on how to use a signaling instrument called the heliotrope. The heliotrope is a device that reflects sunlight or artificial light in a specific direction, allowing for long-distance communication. The book explains the history and development of signaling methods, and how the heliotrope improves upon previous methods. It also provides step-by-step instructions on how to use the heliotrope for both day and night signaling, including how to adjust the instrument for different lighting conditions. The author, Thomas Somerville, was a British naval officer who was known for his expertise in signaling and communications. He developed the heliotrope as a more efficient and effective way to communicate over long distances. Overall, ""An Improved Method In The Art Of Signaling For Military And Scientific Purposes: One Instrument For Both Day And Night Work, Finley�������s Heliotrope"" is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in signaling and communication methods, particularly for military and scientific purposes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163075183
• ISBN13: 9781163075180
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"