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Papers on mathematical and computing methods, 1928 - 1974

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 16/334

Scope and Contents

From the Series:

The collection contains a wide range of papers relating to the activities of the Nautical Almanac Office, dating predominantly from the twentieth century. A significant part of the material concerns the production of publications, including the 'Nautical Almanac', 'Air Almanac', 'Star Almanac' 'Astronomical Ephemeris' and 'Apparent Places of Fundamental Stars'. The remaining papers include, among others, various astronomical tables, including calculations of the Sun, Moon, planets and satellites; internal papers, including material on staffing; papers on computers for the R.G.O. and on computing in general, including computer job files; and collected articles, reports and papers on various subjects. The collection contains significant correspondence, notably with the Admiralty, Hydrographer of the Navy, Royal Observatory and other observatories, including substantial domestic and overseas correspondence relating to enquiries and the exchange of data.

Dates

  • Creation: 1928 - 1974

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Management Group:

Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).

Extent

3 archive box(es) (3 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Former / Other Reference

NAO Boxes 349-350 (94)

Finding aid date

2006-11-24 16:03:52+00:00

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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