Mathematical Tracts Of The Late Benjamin Robins V2 (1761)

by Benjamin Robins

Book Overview

Mathematical Tracts of the Late Benjamin Robins V2 (1761) is a book written by Benjamin Robins, a British mathematician and military engineer who lived in the 18th century. The book is a collection of Robins' mathematical works, including his studies on the motion of projectiles, the laws of motion, and the theory of gravitation. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different topic in mathematics. The first section focuses on the motion of projectiles, and includes Robins' famous study on the resistance of air to projectiles. The second section covers the laws of motion, including Robins' work on the conservation of momentum. The third section deals with the theory of gravitation, and includes Robins' study on the motion of the moon. The book is written in a clear and concise style, and is intended for readers with a background in mathematics. Overall, Mathematical Tracts of the Late Benjamin Robins V2 (1761) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mathematics or the works of Benjamin Robins.In Two Volumes. Containing His Discourse On The Methods Of Fluxions, And Of Prime And Ultimate Ratios, With Other Miscellaneous Pieces.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120001145
• ISBN13: 9781120001146
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 386 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"