TY  - BOOK
AU  - Various
TI  - Scientific American Supplement, No. 488, May 9, 1885
AV  - T 
PY  - 2008///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Science -- Periodicals
N1  - Release date is 2008-12-30; Produced by Simon Gardner, Juliet Sutherland and the Online
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N2  - "Scientific American Supplement, No. 488, May 9, 1885" by Various is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work is a collection of articles that cover a range of topics related to science and engineering, showcasing advancements and insights from that period. The publication aims to inform readers about the latest discoveries, inventions, and discussions in various fields such as chemistry, engineering, physics, and art.  The opening of this supplement includes a detailed table of contents that outlines various articles, including reports on new chemical discoveries like Chinese fixed oils, descriptions of the Creusot Works and their engineering feats, and innovative projects for elevated railways in Paris. Additionally, it provides insights into the industrial advancements, such as new steel manufacturing processes and electrical devices for military applications. The beginning sets the stage for a rich exploration of technological progress and scientific inquiry at a time when these disciplines were evolving rapidly. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27662
ER  -