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Papers on altitude and azimuth instruments, 1847 - 1848

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 6/161

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

Conditions Governing Access

From the Management Group:

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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

Includes index.

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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