Papers on altitude and azimuth instruments, 1847 - 1848
Scope and Contents
Computations and calculations for the altitude and azimuth instruments, including examinations of the pivots and graduations of the vertical and horizontal circle in the instrument; intervals of wires; comparisons of the levels to the plane and axis of the vertical circle; computation of zenith distances and tabular errors; alterations to the azimuth instruments, with a description; and plans of the instrument drawn on canvas. There is also brief correspondence with Sir F. Beaufort and J.C. Hare and an engraving of a lighthouse and seed drill.
Dates
- Creation: 1847 - 1848
Creator
- From the Management Group: Royal Greenwich Observatory (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
2 archive box(es) (2 boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Former / Other Reference
L4/5
Finding aid date
2006-01-06 11:29:31+00:00
Repository Details
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