The Principles Of Mr. Harrison's Time Keeper: With Plates Of The Same (1767)

by John Harrison

Book Overview

The Principles of Mr. Harrison's Time Keeper: With Plates of the Same is a book written by John Harrison in 1767. The book discusses the principles behind the design and construction of Harrison's timekeeping device, which was created to accurately measure longitude at sea. The book includes detailed descriptions of the various components of the timekeeper, such as the balance wheel, escapement, and pendulum. It also contains illustrations and plates...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165578719
• ISBN13: 9781165578719
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"