Observations and calculations, 1756 - 1807
Scope and Contents
Various papers dealing with observations and calculations.
1. Errors of the equatorial circle and the meridian circle in the Eastern Dome, and other notes relating to the equatorial telescope, 1799.
2. The problem of predicting, from past observations, the position of a comet for several days in the future, undated.
3. 'Scheme and rule to find longitude and latitude in the second semi-circle of right ascension.'
4. The 'St James's Chronicle' newspaper, 21 May 1807, announcing the discovery of a new planet, probably Vesta, and the election of Lord Cochrane and the radical Sir Francis Burdett.
5. Observations of major stars, 29 May - 2 June 1756.
6. Various calculations and formulae.
7. Details relating to the equatorial sectors.
Dates
- Creation: 1756 - 1807
Creator
- From the Series: Maskelyne, Nevil, 1732 - 1811 (astronomer and mathematician) (Person)
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Extent
1 volume(s) (1 volume)
Language of Materials
English
Former / Other Reference
A2/417
Finding aid date
2005-11-07 09:37:08+00:00
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