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245 1 0 _aScientific American Supplement, No. 586, March 26, 1887
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
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336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-03-01
508 _aProduced by Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the DP Team
520 _a"Scientific American Supplement, No. 586, March 26, 1887" by Various is a scientific publication produced during the late 19th century, specifically in the Victorian era. This volume is part of a series that compiles various articles and studies related to advancements in fields such as engineering, chemistry, electricity, metallurgy, and more, reflecting the scientific curiosity and innovation of the time. The opening portion of the supplement provides an overview of its contents, revealing topics such as the biography of George W. Whistler, a prominent railroad engineer, and various articles on subjects like newly discovered substances in urine, advancements in electro-dissolution methods, and innovations in gas engines for railroads. The initial sections highlight significant engineering projects, including the design of the Retiro Viaduct in Brazil and discussions on the efficacy and development of sea-going torpedo boats. Overall, the beginning of this supplement sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of contemporary scientific and engineering challenges, showcasing the breadth of knowledge being shared in the late 1800s. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aScience -- Periodicals
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11736
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