New Principles Of Gunnery: Containing The Determination Of The Force Of Gunpowder, And An Investigation Of The Difference In The Resisting Power

by Benjamin Robins

Book Overview

New Principles of Gunnery is a book written by Benjamin Robins in 1805. The book is focused on the principles of gunnery, specifically the determination of the force of gunpowder and an investigation of the difference in the resisting power of the air to swift and slow motions. Robins presents his research on the subject, which includes experiments and calculations, and provides a detailed analysis of the principles of gunnery. The book is considered a significant contribution to the field of ballistics and has been widely studied by military scientists and historians. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of gunnery and the science of ballistics.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: 116493399X
• ISBN13: 9781164933991
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"