Marvels of Scientific Invention / An Interesting Account in Non-Technical Language of the Invention of Guns, Torpedoes, Submarine Mines, Up-to-Date Smelting, Freezing, Colour Photography, and Many Other Recent Discoveries of Science

Name: Marvels of Scientific Invention / An Interesting Account in Non-Technical Language of the Invention of Guns, Torpedoes, Submarine Mines, Up-to-Date Smelting, Freezing, Colour Photography, and Many Other Recent Discoveries of Science
Author: Thomas W. Corbin

By Thomas W. Corbin

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A popular-science survey presents clear, nontechnical explanations of recent engineering and scientific inventions and processes, illustrated with diagrams and practical examples. Chapters examine explosive chemistry and mining; electrical measurement and power systems; fuels, smelting and metal recovery; refrigeration, artificial cold and cold storage; marine and naval innovations including lighthouse optics, gyro-compasses, torpedoes and submarine mines; wireless transmission and methods for sending pictures; high-temperature metallurgy and industrial heating; color photography, testing and rescue techniques, medical applications, and modern artillery.

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Thomas W. Corbin

Thomas W. Corbin was an author known for his works that explore the intersection of science and technology, particularly in the context of warfare and invention. His notable titles include "Marvels of Scientific Invention," which presents a non-technical overview of significant scientific advancements, and "The Romance of War Inventions," which delves into the history and development of military technology. Through his writing, Corbin aimed to make complex scientific concepts accessible to a general audience, reflecting a keen interest in how innovations shape human experience and conflict.